Resources

The resources that are listed below are but the tip of the iceberg of what is out there. If you have favorite resources that you think should be added, don’t hesitate to contact us at writinghelp2021@gmail.com

Websites that are all things

Chris The Story Reading Ape A blog that promises many things, among them … To introduce new authors, to provide information to writers seeking to publish, and to provide knowledge and tips for indie authors.

Story Empire A blog managed by seven authors who share a passion for all things related to writing, publishing, and promoting fiction.

Writing Advice

K.M. Allan Writing advice from a YA author.

Life In the Realm of Fantasy A site dedicated to the craft of writing.

Editing Services

Indiescribable Books Editing for the indie writer.

Places to Get Published

Toasted Cheese A long-time website that offers writing exercises, discussion forums, and a quarterly on-line literary journal.

The Disappointed Housewife An on-line literary place focusing on creative and idiosyncratic literary works.

The First Line A quarterly literary journal in which each story in each issue begins with the same first sentence.

For the Querying Writer

Manuscript Wish List A list of agents and what they’re looking for.

Poets & Writers Another database of agents and what they’re looking for.

Association of Author’s Representatives Yet another database of agents.

Query Shark A blog where query letters are critiqued to help you figure out how to write your best query.

Erica Verrillo A blog that provides regular updates on agents and what they are looking for.