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  1. Erica Verrillo

    13 Writing Conferences in February 2017

    Litopians! Arise and network! I realize many of you aren't US residents, but if you are there are plenty of opportunities to schmooze with your fellow writers in February. Conferences not only offer opportunities to network with other writers, they are the best way to find an agent. (If you live...
  2. Erica Verrillo

    35 Writing Contests in January 2017 - No entry fees

    Litopians! Arise! There are nearly three dozen free writing contests in January. They cover the full range of genres, from debut mystery novels to poetry. In addition to the prestige of winning a contest, a few of the monetary prizes this month are substantial. Publishing ... and Other Forms of...
  3. Erica Verrillo

    Mega-List of Agents Looking for Memoirs (and other Nonfiction)

    Litopians! Tell your life story! Here is a list of 230 agents looking for memoirs. These agents are, in most cases, also interested in representing other non-fiction. Read their submission requirements carefully. In the case of memoirs, agents frequently want a writing sample, just as they would...
  4. Erica Verrillo

    17 Writing Conferences in November 2016

    "It was a dark and stormy night." That pretty much sums up November. It's cold, it's damp, it's dreary ... what better time to attend a writing conference? Fortunately, there are 17 of them this month. Remember: If you miss your ideal conference this year, there is always next year. To find a...
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