October 9th, 2007

- October 9th, 2007 -
WRITER GAZETTE WEEKLY UPDATE
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FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK...

It's been a while since I really sat down and got involved with one of my manuscripts on the go but I've been getting that feeling lately...you know the one. That feeling that comes over you that compels you to sit down and write. To get lost in your words, your story, your characters. I LOVE that feeling. I've been so busy with my kids and my websites and already published books that I've neglected my writing entirely. Ugh. I'm really missing it. What I wouldn't do for a weekend alone to just disappear into my computer and punch out a manuscript (I've done that once...it was decadent!). Anyway, I've decided to set aside so much time a week to my writing and I'm excited about that! Are you neglecting your writing? It's never to late to kick yourself in the pants :)

This newsletter is a day late because we Canadians celebrated our Thanksgiving holiday yesterday. Hope all the Canadians out there had a wonderful weekend!

I've got loads of new call for submissions and freelance jobs listed so have fun!

Stay healthy and enjoy the issue!

Happy Writing,
Krista Barrett, Site Owner
Writer Gazette, Inside Writer's Guide To...book series, Writers Manual & EbooksCafe

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NEWSLETTER CONTENTS...
* What's Happening at Writer Gazette
* Author/Freelance Interviews Just In
* Ask WWOW - Writer-related Question Board
* Writer Brag Board
* Connecting Writers Worldwide
* Book Reviews Wanted for Writers
* Resources for Writers
* Recommended Writer Services
* Call for Submissions & Freelance Jobs
* Contest Listings for Writers
* Writer Gazette Office


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INSIDE WRITER'S GUIDE TO...BOOK SERIES by Krista Barrett
* NEW! BOOK 2: REJECTION LESSONS ANTHOLOGY
Rejections...We've all received them. It's what you do with them that counts. Learn how fellow writers who have traveled the dark and dusty road of rejection have learned to deal with it. Includes actual rejection letters received by writers! This is the second book of the "Inside Writer's Guide" book series.http://www.lulu.com/content/586846
* BOOK 1: WORKBOOK FOR WRITERS!
"Discovering the Writer Within" written by Krista Barrett and Michelle Froese, is an in-depth workbook for writers and is now available for purchase in Print & eBook format! Read the foreword by best-selling author Peter Bowerman,and reviews by Kimberly Ripley, Rob Daugherty, Rusty Fischer, and Sheri' McConnell! This is the first book of the "Inside Writer's Guide" book series.http://www.lulu.com/content/135905
* Seeking Submissions for next book! I'm currently accepting submissions for the third book of the "Inside Writer's Guide To..." book series entitled "Writer Calamities". We're looking for wacky, unbelievable, and/or humorous stories! What's the wildest writer-related experience you've ever had? Crack us up! Awe us! Please sum up your submission with a one-sentence lesson or quote. Full details can be found here: http://www.writersguide.writergazette.com/guidelines.shtml


AUTHOR/FREELANCE INTERVIEWS JUST IN...

AUTHOR:
* nothing new this week

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* nothing new this week

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ASK WWOW
Do you have a writer-related question? Send your question to mailto:editor@writergazette.com Subject line: "Ask WWOW" and we'll post the answer in our newsletter.

Q: nothing new this week

About Donna: D-L Nelson, a Swiss American living in Europe, is author of two novels CHICKPEA LOVER: NOT A COOKBOOK and THE CARD. She has published twenty three short stories and is editor/publisher of http://www.cunewswire.com She has taught creative writing, journalism and business communication at the university level. She has a monthly column in an English writing magazine. Website: http://www.wisewordsonwriting.com


WRITER BRAG BOARD
DO YOU HAVE A WRITER-RELATED SUCCESS STORY?Have you sold an article, short story, or manuscript? Got something you want to 'brag' about? Share it with us and we'll post it in our newsletter along with your name and URL. Write us at mailto:editor@writergazette.com Subject line: Brag

* Hi Krista: A Book is Born, created by Nancy Cleary, co-authored by me and my 23 colleagues in the Wyatt-Mackenzie Mom-Writer's publishing co-operative goes on sale November 1. You can order advanced copies now. The early reviews have been teriffic. This book is for any writer who dreams of being published! It combines our personal experience with comprehensive information and resources that will help you know how to manage every step of your writing journey from beginning to publication,marketing, advertising and beyond. It is a must read. Find out more, including information on a free on-line class on the Secrets of Publishing at http://www.abookisborn.com
Iris Waichler,MSW,LCSW author of Riding the Infertility Roller Coaster: A Guide to Educate and Inspire.

* Krista: I just turned the big 5-0 today. I also had some Green Acres trivia questions published in the July/August issue of Hobby Farms Magazine. I've also been doing a lot of my writing on http://www.Helium.com
I'll keep you posted.Nan E. Fagan

* Hello! I have to brag about my exciting new adventure! I have just opened up a writing school called "The Eloquent Author, LLC" School of Writing, that has a wonderful staff of qualified teachers and published writers! Currently, we are serving Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois,but have plans to go nationwide next year with on-line courses. We are excited to inform, inspire, and guide individuals on their writing journey. Check out http://www.eloquentauthor.com and watch us unfold and grow like a well written novel.
Marie BoyumThe Eloquent Author, LLC

* Hi Krista, Kudos to you and your newsletter. My debut children's picture book entitled, Church Mouse Poor, was recently released by Rain Publishing. Thomas the Mouse sets out on a quest to discover what it means to be as poor as a church mouse. As the story unfolds, Thomas discovers the true meaning of what it means to be rich or poor and revels in the love of his mother, grandmother and the simplicity of his mouse existence. Church Mouse Poor is a beautifully illustrated and wholesome snuggle up book for children ages 4-8 and will become one of the favorites that they will want read over and over again. Church Mouse Poor would make a great Christmas gift and is available at: Rain Publishinghttp://www.rainbooks.com/Shop/product.php?productid=16186&cat=265&page=1 Amazon.com http://www.amazon.com/Church-Mouse-Poor-Christine-Cristiano/dp/1897381441/ref=sr_1_1/102-2853010-0720963?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1191341512&sr=8-1Thanks for letting me brag.
Christine Cristiano
http://www.freewebs.com/christinecristiano

* Dear Krista, Thanks, so much, for the great newsletters. Wanted to tell you of my article, "Dealing with Critiques, Criticisms & Unkind Comments," that appeared in the September Kid Writer Magazine, and a poem, "This Moment," written for my son, has been accepted by Mom Writer Literary Magazine, for their Spring issue. It's been a while since I've been able to write, and it certainly feels good to get back in the game.Robin Keith, freelance writer, Megargel, TX
* Hi Krista! I just want to say writing is so rewarding. I've had hundreds of stories and articles published, 4+ Books, and have won numerous awards, but now I'm teaching beginning writer's how to get published. When I heard about our community offering education courses, I decided to ask if they needed a writing instructor. They said YES and were absolutely thrilled. The lady that heads up the program is even one of my new students. And it's strange because I have mostly highly educated English teachers in my class, and I didn't even graduate from high school (I later got a GED at 26). But they love the class and say they are learning a lot. So I want to encourage other writers, if I can do it, you can too! Go with your heart and dream big. I'm even teaching online writing courses really cheap. I'm offering the same 8 week course I'm teaching right now for only $30. Thanks for all you do Krista and letting me brag!
Lisa Freeman @ email: lisafreeman1@charter.net website: http://www.lisafreeman.org

* I'm from Southeast Missouri and I have two books in publication, 'Behind the Red Door' and 'Thorns of an Innocent Soul' Supernatural/ Psychological Thrillers. Recently Skyline Magazine accepted my short story, 'Deadly Addiction' for their Winter edition. I'd be thrilled if you could include this in your newsletter.
Sincerely, Barbara Watkins
Author/Writerhttp://www.barbezbooks.com



CONNECTING WRITERS WORLDWIDE
Do you have a question for a fellow writer? Do you have something writer-related that you want to share with fellow writers? Send your details to: mailto:editor@writergazette.com subject line: CONNECTING. No advertisements please - this is for writer-related communication only. A maximum of 50 words. Thanks!

* Child Cancer: Fighters and HeroesIs your child diagnosed with cancer? Do you know someone in this battlefield? Maybe lost a friend or a child to cancer? Do you have cancer? Child Cancer: Fighters and Heroes a Poetry Anthology by/for kids with cancer and their families and friends, caregivers and doctors. Please send 3-5 poems or 1-2 short stories in a body of an email with a short bio (4-5 sentences) and on the subject line type Child Cancer Submission. If you're dedicating the poem or short story to someone, please indicate their names and what cancer they have. Everyone is welcome to submit their poems and short stories especially the ones who are involved: KIDS WITH CANCER. Kids can also submit their drawings and paintings in jpeg form. Send in your poems, short stories and drawings at mailto:shanshea11@yahoo.com. Contributors will get their complimentary copy as an ebook. Printed version will be no longer available at LUlu.com because they only print pics in black and white which will not be appropriate for all the submitted drawings and paintings. Ebook will be in colored PDF format. Deadline is extended until March 3, 2008.

* Your Passion for a HobbyTell us, in 600-1000 words, about your hobby; how you found your hobby; how others can learn more, and get involved, websites, how-to guides, books, etc.; what your passion means to you. J-Peg photos are welcome. Your Passion for Philanthropy for our “Helping Others” Department Tell us, in 600-1000 words, what you are passionate about; how you found your passion; what your passion means to you; how others can learn more, and get involved, details and websites, etc. J-Peg photos are welcome. By submitting an article, you grant Passionate for Life Magazine permission to publish your article on Passionate for Life.com. You will retain the rights to your article. If your piece is accepted, it will be edited for clarity, spelling and grammatical errors. We will notify you by e-mail that we have chosen to publish your article. Please submit your article in the body of your e-mail to:mailto:MyPassion@passionateforlife.com. For Subject, indicate “Article Submission”. DO NOT submit your article as an attachment. Include a bio. of no more than 200 words. We do not pay for these articles, however, they may include websites, books and contact information in the bio. to promote themselves. In addition, we encourage visitors to tell us what they are passionate about in 1-2 sentences to be included in our home page column "What Are you Passionate About?"
http://www.passionateforlife.com

* Book Review Donation Program at Stories for Children MagazineAttention Authors, Illustrators, and PublishersThe editors at Stories for Children Magazine are very interested in reviewing your book. Our magazine site posts book reviews monthly and lists all reviewed books in our SFC Bookstore. We will also email you the book review for you to use with your book promotion and marketing purposes. All books reviewed by the editors at Stories for Children Magazine will be donated to a local children’s library so that more children can enjoy your work. If you are interested in Stories for Children Magazine’s Book Review/Donation program, please contact Editor VS GRENIER at: mailto:storiesforchildren@vsgrenier.com for more information. Please put "BOOK REVIEW/DONATION PROGRAM" in the subject line and Ms. Grenier will send you mailing instructions. This is a great way to get your books "out there" and help more children discover the World of Ink. To Take an Adventure in the World of Ink visit Stories for Children Magazine at http://storiesforchildren.tripod.com


REVIEWS FOR WRITERS WANTED
Do you enjoy reading? Want to help out your fellow writer and provide a book review? Check out this section and contact the author directly for review instructions. Are you an author needing a review for your book? Send your book details to: mailto:editor@writergazette.com subject line: BOOK REVIEW. Please include your contact details as the book reviewer will contact you directly. Thanks!

* Title: Ignoble – The Dark Ages Trilogy I
Author: Sturmen Krieg, a.k.a. James E. Fischer
Synopsis: A joint DEA-Panamanian interdiction operation collapses under the weight of internal betrayal and culminates into a fiasco of human devastation. From the decimation of a US drug interdiction team to the elimination of an entire Colombian village, IGNOBLE reveals the depravity of those who are a part of a US-Colombian coalition in league with the Zorrilla drug cartel. Team Bravo leader, Captain Alexander Scott Richter, watches his team disintegrate, man-by-man, while trying to pursue mission objectives. With the help of his long-time colleague, Sergeant Major Clifford Ramsy, Richter realizes mission success – but Bravo’s success proves too costly in human life on all sides.
Email: Sturmenkrieg@aol.com
Website: http://www.cedarhillpublishing.com

* TITLE: Malignance – The Dark Ages Trilogy II
AUTHOR: Sturmen Krieg
Synopsis: Returning from Panama, and the savaging of Team Bravo, contract DEA operator, Captain Alexander Scott Richter, finds he returns six days late of his daughter’s funeral. With no help from his ex-wife, her new husband, or the police, Richter embarks on a quest to uncover the murderer of the only thing he ever truly loved, his child. As a part of his probe, Richter is confronted by the realization of his own inadequacies as a parent, a father. Delving deep into the underside of New Orleans, he encounters a youth under-culture more savvy, more enduring, than any soldier’s ability to survive a conflict. With help from an unknown shadow collaborator, Richter recklessly stumbles from one disclosure to the next, haphazardly encroaching on the perpetrator of his daughter’s demise.
Email: Sturmenkrieg@aol.com
Website: http://www.cedarhillpublishing.com

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* Name: Clarissa Brown
Genres: Fiction - All children's books including Picture Books, all Fantasy, Poetry. Non-Fiction - Writing
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Genres you review: Any book with a tie to India , its people and/or its culture. (i.e. Indian authors, Indian theme)
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ARTICLES JUST IN!
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
LIST YOUR CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR FR.EE! Email ad to mailto:editor@writergazette.com Subject line: JOB. We only accept paying call for submissions at this time.

* Listen
PAY: $50 - $150
A magazine primarily aimed at teenagers, but some younger and many older readers are subscribers as well. It encourages development of good habits and high ideals of physical, social, and mental health. It bases its editorial philosophy of primary drug prevention on total abstinence from tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs. Because it is used extensively in public high school classes, it does not accept articles and stories with overt religious emphasis.
http://www.listenmagazine.org/article.php?id=17

* Charlotte Parent
PAY: $15 - $75
A monthly parenting magazine with a circulation of 57,000 covering seven counties. Each issue has a theme, as well as regular features and departments. Our audience consists of parents, teachers, child-care providers and other advocates for children ages newborn through teens. We welcome submissions from freelance writers. Our policy is to buy one-time print rights with exclusivity within our region and the right to post the story on our Web site. Reprints of articles from publications outside our region are also considered. We run several feature articles on topics related to our monthly theme. Features require thorough research (citing a minimum of three reliable sources), knowledge of our audience and concise interviewing and writing skills. Articles on topics other than the issue's theme are also considered. We prefer articles and essays with local relevance. Word counts range from 500 to 1,200 words.
http://www.charlotteparent.com/AboutUs/WritersGuidelines/default.aspx

* The Comics Journal
PAY: $.04/word
A magazine that covers the comics medium from an arts-first perspective. We are owned and operated by Fantagraphics Books, a leading publisher of alternative comic books (such as ACME Novelty Library and Eightball), collections and new work from underground comix pioneers (R. Crumb, Spain Rodriguez), and classic comic strip reprint volumes (Little Orphan Annie, Pogo).
http://www.tcj.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=section&id=14&Itemid=54

* COLUMBIA
PAY: $25
A journal of popular history. It is edited for the general public as opposed to the scholarly one, with the intent of inviting readership through clear, easily followed writing and interesting illustrations. Brevity is valued. The geographic focus of COLUMBIA is on Washington, but its coverage includes all of what was originally the Oregon Country. The topical scope is equally broad. Biographical portraits and articles on 20th-century phenomena are all welcome.
http://www.wshs.org/wshs/columbia/guideln.htm

* Log Home Living
PAY: varies
A monthly magazine for people who own or are planning to build contemporary log homes. It is devoted almost exclusively to modern manufactured and handcrafted kit log homes. Our interest in historical or nostalgic stories of very old log cabins, reconstructed log homes, or one-of-a-kind owner-built homes is secondary and should be queried first. Readership: Our audience is primarily composed of married couples between 30 and 45 years old. They are generally well-educated and very individualistic do-it-yourselfers.
http://www.loghome.com/faqs/faq_writers_guidelines/

* Escape Pod
PAY: $20 - $100
EP is a science fiction magazine. We’re very broad-minded in our vision of the genre’s scope; we follow Damon Knight’s definition, “Science fiction means what we point to when we say it.” We’re not going to pin ourselves down and say we’re only looking for space opera, or cyberpunk, or stories with rigorous scientific background. We want all of those, of course; but in a more general sense we want that which evokes a sense of wonder, or fun, or simply makes us think about our own world in a new way.
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* Home Education Magazine
PAY: $50 - $100
An award-winning publication for homeschooling families, or for anyone who enjoys living and learning. If you're not familiar with homeschooling, please study our publication before submitting. If you are familiar with homeschooling, you might want to study it anyway, as our primary focus is unschooling, and we take an active political stance for empowering families. http://www.homeedmag.com/contact/writersguidelines.html

* Art Calendar
PAY: $25 - $150
A monthly business magazine for visual artists. Founded in 1986 by a working artist, the publication is still artist-run to this day. The heart of the publication is a section of listings of upcoming professional opportunities to show and sell artwork and to build one’s reputation as an artist (grants, juried shows, residencies, and so on).
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* Vegetarian Baby & Child
PAY: $15
Healthy Kid StoriesInclude the age of your child, how long he/she has been veg*n, whether or not you and/or your spouse are veg*n, why you chose to raise your child veg*n. Any health problems overcome, dealings with friends, family and doctors, etc., challenges, quotes (adult and child), your original recipes and your tips for life with a veg*n baby/child are also interesting to include. Send a casual picture of your child or you and your child and a short bio about you and whatever you think might be of interest to your readers (work, interests, where you live, etc. Feel free to include URL.) 400-800 words including bio.
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* Plenty
PAY: $1/word or $150 for website only stories
Covers a broad range of lifestyle topics, from food, travel, and fashion to technology, business, and culture. We’re looking for creative, well-researched ideas that put a positive spin on protecting the environment. You can pitch us about any subject you’d like, but please do your homework and flesh out a few details about your proposed topic. Vague pitches like "I'd like to do a feature about hybrid cars" will not be taken seriously.
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* The Funny Times
PAY: $25 - $60
We are always looking to expose our readers.... to hilarious new material. Everything we publish is funny, so please don't send in something that isn't. We only publish cartoons and funny stories. Cartoons should be "scannable" (good quality photocopies are fine) and stories should be about 500-700 words. There is no limit to our scope and we cover just about everything that can be funny including politics, news, relationships, food, technology, pets, work, death, environmental issues, business, religion, seasonal events and everything else relating to the general human condition.
http://www.funnytimes.com/submissions.php

* In Arts & Sciences magazine
PAY: $.50/word or $250 flat fee for online stories
The types of articles we publish include features of 1,000 to 2,000 words; brief profiles of alumni, faculty and students (Hoos News); news of happenings around the University (Around Grounds); and personal essays (Last Look). Past subjects of articles have included the balancing act of student-athletes; U.Va.’s multi-disciplinary work in southern Africa; the University’s Rare Book School; a first-year Astronomy student; a Drama alumna who’s lighting up Broadway; and the history of vacationing, as viewed by a history professor. Again, we are interested in just about anything as long as it relates to the University and, more specifically, the College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. In A&S Online, we publish the same kind of stories that appear in the print magazine. In Oscar, the stories again are similar, but the focus is on academic work. In general, all of our publications have a common goal: to help those in the extended Arts & Sciences family — students, faculty and alumni especially — feel connected to the life of the College.
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* Cure Today
PAY: $1/word
Our approach will be to provide scientifically based information for the lay reader. This requires some special care be taken on the part of our writers in accuracy and tone. Our audience is struggling with a devastating disease that includes myriad drugs and prognoses. We want to provide them information and hope while being careful not to make medical claims that may make their own journey more difficult. Our mission requires asking for some assurances that we hope you will find acceptable.
http://www.curetoday.com/aboutus/writeforcure/#professional

* Herb Companion
PAY: $500 - $800This mag needs articles with a unique twist or news angle addressing how to grow and/or use a specific herb or group of herbs, new discoveries, short profiles of private herb gardens and gardners. Pays $500 - $800 for features, up to $500 for departments.
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* Continuing Education Course Writer
Description: Maryland-based internet nursing continuing education company is looking for freelance authors to write health education courses. We are interested in a broad range of topics that would be valuable for nurses and health professionals. Authors should have indepth knowledge on the topics they choose to write on. Courses should be between 2000 and 2500 words in length. Courses also require 4 or more course objectives and a 10 question multiple choice test (each question should have 4 answer choices - a, b, c, d). We are interested in courses that relate not only to health conditions, but also managerial, ethical and work environment issues relevant to nurses. Please respond with a list of suggested topics to write on and a brief description of education, credentials and experience. Compensation: We will pay $250 for each course that is between 2000 and 2500 words Telecommuting is ok. Contact Method: mailto:job-421423720@craigslist.org

* Design World Writing Experience Needed
Looking for writers experienced in the DESIGN world. We need 2-3 writing samples. The articles range from 250-1000 words on various design topics (product, conceptual, architectural etc). This will be for the ART BASEL edition of our magazine NIKKI STYLE pay ranges from $150-$350 per article depending on length and research. Nikki Style is a national lifestyle publication distributed in Barnes and Noble nationwide. Please contact mailto:brooke@nikkistyle.com

* Nurse Writer Needed
Are you a registered nurse (RN) with a passion for writing feature articles, stories, and even web content? If so, we have the ideal position for you. We are seeking free-lance, talented, creative individuals with strong article and content writing skills. A strong working knowledge and experience as a RN--several years, with published nursing articles and even website content is required. Must be a professional writer, in all aspects of nursing, with the ability to take direction and work unsupervised. Must be able to work within tight deadline and must be a team player. Required: • Knowledge of Nursing • Experienced at writing nursing articles and also website content. • High speed internet connection required (DSL or Cable Modem or the equivalent). • Availability during US business hours (9-6 EST) is required. • Strong English skills – fluency a major plus • You should be very experienced, and very fast. This will turn into a long term writing position for the right person. Reply to: mailto:gigs-436251783@craigslist.org

* Freelance Writers Needed
The Connecticut Education Association (CEA) seeks experienced writers for freelance assignments. Please send resume, hourly rate, and published writing samples to Freelance Writers, CEA, Capitol Place, Suite 500, 21 Oak Street, Hartford, CT 06106-8001, Att: Mike Lydick. NO E-MAIL SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED. Deadline: Friday, October 26.

* Editor, newly launched Web site
A start-up Web site publisher based in midtown Manhattan is seeking an experienced editor to work with our freelance and in-house writers to develop and perfect their prose. Traditional line- and copy-editing skills are crucial, as well as facility in a digital environment. A strong candidate will have experience in commercial book, magazine, or online content sites. This is a tremendous opportunity to join a fast-moving entrepreneurial company with ambitious plans. The work environment is fast-paced and challenging but collegial. Competitive compensation, including stock participation in the company. Please send a cover letter detailing your interest in this position, as well as a resume and writing samples to: mailto:fdeditors@yahoo.com subject line: Guide editor

* CopyEditor for Tennis Book Needed
Be part of a creative team bringing a new book to life! Project opportunity for copyeditor with experience in sports/tennis. We have a well-written 45000 word manuscript. Project involves: (a) copy editing in 2 passes (b) final proofing. We are producing a series of titles, and strong potential exists for hiring the right candidate for futureprojects as well. Please email: (a) 4 lines of credentials for the project; (b) 1 line indicating fee(c) 1 line indicating availability, and estimated timeline to complete(d) phone, email, website contact informationUday Kumar
mailto:uday_h_kumar@yahoo.com
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* Sports Editor
The Wilton Villager and The Stamford Times, two weekly newspapers in Fairfield County Connecticut, have an immediate opening for a sports editor. This is a solid entry position for a talented recent college graduate with experience in sports writing and Quark. It’s also is a good position for an experienced sports writer ready to run his or her own show. The successful candidate must be willing to work hard, juggle multiple assignments and manage a team of freelancers. Photography skills a plus. The Wilton Villager and the Stamford Times have a combined circulation of 30,000. Please e-mail resume, clips, page samples and cover letter to Editor Jerrod Ferrari at mailto:jferrari@thehour.com

* Online New Service Seeks Freelancers
Disaster News Network (www.disasternews.net), a respected 24/7 Web news service is reopening its search for journalists with a passion for human interest reporting. The turnarounds are demanding but not deadly. The real rewards, however, are in the subject matter. This is news about people in trouble and those who respond. Disaster News Network has been produced since 1997 by Village Life Company, a non-profit that is largely funded by faith-based disaster response organizations. You'll conduct interviews by phone and in the field if you are available to travel. To be considered, you'll need a degree in journalism and at least one year of professional experience with daily or weekly papers or the wire services. Ability to shoot photos an added plus. Send your resume and no more than three samples (attachments preferred) to: mailto:hr@disasternews.net or fax them to (410) 884-7353. No phone calls please. (Previous applicants are welcome to reapply.)

* Freelancer Needed
Seeking freelance reporters/writers to work as needed reporting and writing profiles of influential journalists for online biographical service. This is a perfect assignment for a stay-at-home parent, retired journalist or anyone with flexible hours just wanting to add some extra income. Located in proximity to Beverly Hills, CA. (You can work from home in the area.) We will provide training. Must be available weekdays -- although the specific hours are usually flexible. Some weeks we may have no work for you, other weeks we may fill your dance card. Computer research skills are essential. Familiarity with Factiva and/or Nexis is a serious plus. Expect to earn between $15 and $30 an hour, depending upon the complexity of the assignment. To express your interest, email us at mailto:omayer@newsbios.com. No phone calls please. All work is for hire, meaning we buy all rights.

* Film, Book and Media Writer Needed
Do you devour books? Seek out film beyond mainstream cinema? Have an affinity for quirky websites? Northern Virginia Magazine is seeking a freelance contributor to write book, independent film, DVD and CD features on a semi-monthly basis. Interested applicants MUST demonstrate savvy in all areas of the world of media. Contributor will also have the opportunity to write profile features on artists, authors, philanthropists and notable performing arts figures in the Northern Virginia region. Qualified candidates must be familiar with Northern Virginia, should have at least three years' experience writing for a newspaper, magazine or online newsletter and be familiar with Associated Press Style Manual. Submit resumes and no less than three writing samples to mailto:vanessa@northernvirginiamag.com

* Pet Columnist Needed
Smitten with critters and their fur, fins and feathers? Work in the veterinary or pet industry? We want you to be a voice in a region where folks celebrate their pets. Northern Virginia Magazine is seeking a freelance contributor to write a humorous column on a semi-monthly basis. Interested candidates must have some background or experience writing for a newspaper, magazine or online newsletter. Writer must reside in or around the Northern Virginia or region. Please submit your resume and three writing samples to mailto:vanessa@northernvirginiamag.com

* Freelance Writer Needed
Looking to fill a Freelance Writer position covering the Carolinas – good pay, steady news and feature assignments for construction trade newspaper. Only candidates who live in North or South Carolina will be considered. Send resume and two clips to: Construction Equipment Guide, 470 Maryland Dr., Ft. Washington, PA 19034. Attn: Jeff Cronin, or send to mailto:jcronin@cegltd.com

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* Indiana Review Contest
Deadline: October 15th is the deadline for the 2007 IR Fiction Prize.
Lan Samantha Chang will be judging. The winner will receive publication in the magazine and $1,000. All entries will be considered for publication and all entrants will receive a one-year subscription to IR. You can find guidelines at
http://www.iub.edu/~inreview/general/prizes/fictprizeguidelines07.html

* Fiction Short Story Contest
Deadline: November 15, 2007
Entry Fee: $6
Ramble Underground, an international fiction quarterly is hosting its semi-annual Short Fiction Contest. Winning submission wins 35% of the collected entry fees. 2nd Place wins (15%) and 3rd place receives honorable mention. Three top stories published in Winter 08' issue. 2500 words max. Entry fee: US$6 entry fee.
http://www.rambleunderground.org/underground_winter06_006.htm

* Writing contest: "Things Mother Taught Me"
Deadline: December 31, 2007 (tentative)
Theme: "Things Mother Taught Me". Genre: True short stories, with some poetry accepted. Prizes: First $500, six more prizes totaling $600. Details: http://www.familiabooks.com Contest entries will be published in a book. Half of the profits from the book will be donated to shelters for mothers and children escaping from abusive relationships. FAMILIA BOOKS • http://www.familiabooks.com • PMB 326 • 1225 E. Sunset Dr. Ste. 145 • Bellingham, WA 98226 • 360-384-1028 • ericjbowen@comcast.net

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