Correction re: Cicada
Cicada is not accepting submissions at this time. I noted this when I visited their website today. FYI.More later.-The Writer Librarian
Poor Man's Copyright and Where to Submit Literary Fodder
The second draft of my novel is nearly done. It will still need a lot of work, but I'm going to back it up a disc and mail it to myself. This practice, if you're not familiar, is known as the "Poor Man's Copyright." This way, if someone claims…
Publishing in Library Land
Stumbled upon a really interesting article on the In the Library with the Lead Pipe website today. The author is well-informed, and goes over all the hoops involved with publishing a book in the ebook and internet "exploding text" age. The article…
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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…