Author: Claire Bradshaw
Foreshadow YA Anthology Submissions Submissions are now open for FORESHADOW: A Serial YA Anthology, which will be published monthly online from January–December 2019. Each issue will feature three original young adult stories. Submissions must be previously unpublished, run between 2000–7000 words and feature a single-word title that offers a suggestion of what …
We've talked plenty about young adult fiction here on Writer's Edit. We've covered how to master conflict and what mistakes to avoid when writing for young adults; put together an ultimate guide to the category; and shared our top five tips for writing YA fiction. Not to mention the fact that our own Founding Editor, …
For indie authors, producing content in addition to your actual books is an important component of a successful marketing strategy. But in maintaining an active online author platform, it can be all too easy to run out of ideas for fresh, engaging content. If you already have a blog, multiple …
Most writers will be aware that pacing is important, whether in a short story, a novel or across an entire series. But what exactly is pacing? Why is it so important? And how can you make sure you master it in whichever kind of story you're writing? Pacing in fiction …
UNO Press Publishing Lab Prize The UNO Press Lab is accepting previously unpublished submissions of book-length fiction. The winning author will receive a $1000USD advance and a contract to publish with UNO Press. Entry fee is $18. Entries close 15th August. Hachette Australia Manuscript Development Program Australian authors of commercial …
If you're writing a series, you might have heard of – or already be quaking in fear of – the dreaded thing called 'second book syndrome'. But what exactly is this phenomenon? Also called 'middle book syndrome' or 'second book slump', second book syndrome generally refers to an author's second …
If you're a self-published author, you might never have even considered the possibility of turning your book into an audiobook. Authors who are traditionally published generally have audiobook rights and production arranged by their literary agent or publisher. But as with all other aspects of self-publishing, the onus is on …
The Brighton Prize The 2018 Brighton Prize is now open for entries in two categories: short story (between 1000 and 2000 words) and flash fiction (up to 350 words). Winning short story receives £1000 and two runners-up receive £100 each. Winning flash fiction receives £500 and two runners-up receive £50 …
