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Fiction Writing
So I know it's been awhile since I posted. Thought I'd give up on the whole blogger thing, but have instead decided to refocus this blog and dedicate it to fiction writing.One reason for the change is I'm editing my first novel, and am interested…
LIS Publications Wiki
Finally, a one-stop shopping wiki that allows you to reach colleagues and communities in the library publishing world. Say hello to the Library and Information Science Publications Wiki:http://slisapps.sjsu.edu/wikis/faculty/putnam/index.php/LIS_Publications_WikiNote:…
Quick, Easy Exercise for Fiction Writers
I know we've focused mostly on nonfiction writing thus far, but I know there are a lot of closet fiction writers out there too. For those in the midst of writing their first (or umpteenth) novel or short story, here's a good strategy for assessing…
Great Blog with Writing Tips
I stumbled across this blog that focuses on books and the publishing industry. One entry outlines ten common "rookie" writing mistakes, and is found here.This is a good blog to follow especially for those looking to publish fiction. For those…
Conference conflicts, another call for authors
I had insurmountable conference obligations that got in the way of the "upcoming" post that I teased with a month or so ago. Now that the conference is over, more updates to the blog will be coming. For now, here is another call for authors,…
Call for submissions: Library Worklife
Courtesy of the ALA-APA publishing committee. Contact the editor with questions:Do you have a story to tell? Come and share it at Library Worklife!Library Worklife is looking for aspiring and experienced writers - library employees and graduate…
Issues in Scholarly Publication
I received the following tip from John Meier:You should probably write about issues in scholarly publishing for librarians. Considering that is what this post is about. We hardly ever look in our own eye for a beam when library journals are…
Call for Papers: Journal of Library Innovation
The following is courtesy from the ili-l listserv:Call for Papers:The Journal of Library Innovation is seeking submissions for publication for its inaugural issue in January 2010.The Journal of Library Innovation, one of the first journals devoted…
Summary: NMRT Online Discussion Forum – Publishing for the Profession
Thanks to Rachel McWilliams for putting together the summary below:NMRT Online Discussion Forum – January Topic: Publishing for the ProfessionJanuary’s discussion topic covered issues with publishing in the library profession and how you…