Author: Claire Bradshaw
HWA Dorothy Dunnett Short Story Award The Historical Writers' Association is now open for entries to the Dorothy Dunnett Short Story Award. Short stories of up to 3500 words, set at least 35 years in the past, will be accepted. Prizes include £500, publication, mentoring session from author and agent, …
Let's start off with a fact: most (if not all) first drafts are terrible. Even Ernest Hemingway says so. There's not really any avoiding this, not even for the most talented or experienced writer. But when you think about it, the concept of a less-than-stellar first draft is actually quite …
One of the best tools you can have as a freelance writer is a portfolio of your writing. And no, we're not talking about an old-school scrapbook filled with clippings of your articles! We're talking about a sleek, professional online portfolio that helps you showcase your skills and experience. Think …
I first met our Founding Editor Helen Scheuerer a couple of years ago, when I started working for Writer's Edit as an Editorial Assistant. Little did I know then that we'd become great friends as well as colleagues – and that I'd have the chance to become involved in the …
If you're going to be a successful freelance writer, you need to set goals. And not just any type of goals: realistic, achievable ones. But what exactly are achievable goals? And how do you go about setting and meeting them? Let's delve into the process of goal-setting for freelance writers, why …
Indiana Review 2017 1/2 K Prize Indiana Review invites submissions of fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction under 500 words for the 1/2 K Prize. Winner receives $1000USD and publication in Indiana Review. Up to 3 pieces accepted per submission. $20 reading fee. Submissions close 1st August. PEN Center USA Emerging Voices Fellowship …
If you're just starting out with freelance writing, you may find yourself feeling a little overwhelmed. There's so much to consider when it comes to freelancing, especially what type (or types) of work you want to do. There are many different types of freelance writing jobs available these days. Everything from a …
Gem Street International Short Story Competition Labello Press is currently open for submissions to its next Gem Street anthology, themed 'dystopia'. Short stories up to 3500 words will be accepted. First, second and third place stories will receive €500, €200 and €100 respectively. Entry fee is €7 per story. Entries close 14th …
