Tips for Successful Publishing - Newsletter May 2021
Doris-Maria Heilmann
CEO 111Publishing, Online Seminars for Writers, Content Strategist
Content of this May Newsletter:
by 111Publishing and SavvyBookWriters
- WRITERS CONFERENCES
- WRITING COMPETITIONS
- FREELANCE WRITING
- GRANTS
- BOOK REVIEWERS
Happy May -- the beautiful bridge between spring and summer!
Why not get some motivation in writers' conferences? Or start your online shop? Or find new distributors? Why? As in so many world publishing markets, the “digital acceleration” prompted by lockdowns, bookstore closures, and other virus spread-mitigation measures, has made e-commerce a higher priority than it was for many elements of the book business. US Audiobooks and Ebooks Maintain Strength. AAP Stats February Report: More than 20% over last year! Invest in audiobooks! Read more in this article
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More Motivation Tips
A Must-Read: Self-Published Book Gets Movie Deal ... Without an Agent
https://publishedtodeath.blogspot.com/2021/04/self-published-book-gets-movie-deal.html
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Now, ask yourself: Why Are You Still Selling Books Only Via Amazon?
Find here dozens of opportunities and distributors where else you can sell your books online:
https://www.savvybookwriters.com/are-you-still-selling-books-only-via-amazon/
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It’s Tax Time - What Writers Can Deduct from Taxes:
Don’t wait until the last minute. The tax season is already in full swing. https://lnkd.in/ghvPApF
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- WRITERS CONFERENCES
Boldface Conference for Emerging Writers. May 24 - 28, 2021: Houston, Texas. Daily workshops, readings, craft talks, social events, and professionalism panels in an intimate and supportive environment designed specifically with the needs of emerging writers in mind.
https://www.boldfaceconference.com/boldface-2021/
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San Diego Writing Workshop. May 14 - 15, 2021. "This is a special two-day “How to Get Published” writing workshop on May 14-15, 2021. In other words, it’s two days full of classes and advice designed to give you the best instruction concerning how to get your writing & books published. We’ll discuss your publishing opportunities today, how to write queries & pitches, how to market yourself and your books, what makes an agent/editor stop reading your manuscript, and more. No matter what you’re writing — fiction or nonfiction — the day’s classes will help point you in the right direction.
https://sandiegowritingworkshop.com/
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Don’t miss this article: Five Takeaways from a Writers Conference
https://www.chriskridler.com/2012/02/5-timely-takeaways-from-a-writers-conference/
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- WRITING COMPETITIONS
Writer's Digest Annual Writing Competition
One Grand Prize winner will receive $5,000, a paid trip to the Writer’s Digest Conference. The first-place winner in each category will receive $1,000. $30 Entry Fee. Deadline May 7
https://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-competitions/annual-writing-competition
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Raymond Carver Short Story Contest
Prizes: $2000, $500, $250, and two $125. Winning stories will be read by three literary agents. Limit 10,000 words. We accept entries in English from anywhere in the world. Literary fiction only. $17 Entry Fee. Deadline May 15. https://www.carvezine.com/raymond-carver-contest
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2021 CBC Poetry Prize for Canadians
The winner will receive $6,000 from the Canada Council for the Arts, have the opportunity to attend a two-week writing residency at the Banff Centre. Four finalists will each receive $1,000. Submit an original, unpublished poem, up to 600 words. Deadline May 30
https://www.cbc.ca/books/literaryprizes/cbc-poetry-prize-1.4090929
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Bridport Poetry Prize
First prize: ￡5,000. Second prize: ￡1,000. Third prize: ￡500 and publication. Highly Commended 10 x ￡100. Open to writers of any nationality writing in English aged over 16. ￡10 Entry Fee. Deadline May 31
https://bridportprize.org.uk/the-competition/poetry/
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James Bartleman Aboriginal Youth Creative Writing Awards.
Prize: $2,500. Open to aboriginal youth, 18 years or younger, residing in Ontario, Canada.
Deadline: May 31
https://www.ontario.ca/page/honours-and-awards-arts-and-literature
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CNO Naval History Essay Contest.
Prize: First Prize: $5,000. Second Prize:$2,500. Third Prize: $1,500. Deadline: May 31
https://www.usni.org/essay-contests/2021/2021-cno-naval-history-essay-contest-professional-historian
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Bridport Novel Award
First prize: ￡1,500. The winning story features in our anthology, so you will see your words in print. Second prize: ￡750. Three third prizes: ￡150 and publication. 8,000 words max, 5,000 min. PLUS 300-word synopsis, which should form the first page/s of your entry. ￡20 Entry Fee. Deadline May 31
https://bridportprize.org.uk/the-competition/novel-award/
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To Hull and Back Humorous Short Story Contest
A biennial short story contest with a humorous twist that celebrates the most imaginative and amazing short stories from writers all over the world. The top prize is ￡1,200. Entry Fee: $18. Deadline July 31
https://www.christopherfielden.com/short-story-competition/
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Juniper Prizes
The University of Massachusetts Press publishes the winning manuscripts and the authors receive a $1,000 award upon publication. Submissions are accepted between August 1 and September 30. Entry Fee: $30. Deadline September 30
https://www.umasspress.com/juniper-prizes/juniper-prize-for-fiction/
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- FREELANCE WRITING
Northwest Quarterly
Smart Living Live and Northwest Quarterly cover the best of life in Northern Illinois, Southern Wisconsin, Northwest Chicagoland, and Fort Wayne Indiana. Multiple regional magazines to pitch. Pays around 15 cents/word for articles up to 2,400 words.
https://www.northwestquarterly.com/
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Fido Friendly
Start enjoying the fun and informative topics covered in every issue: Travel, Health, Wellness, Training, Fashion, Pet Nutrition, and reviews of the latest Top Pet Products on the market. FIDO Friendly is the essential guide for the best travel destinations where both you AND your dog are welcome. Pays ten cents/word for up to 1,200 words.
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Orion’s Belt
Orion’s Belt is the home of bold, experimental literary science fiction and fantasy. Stories should make us think about our place in the universe and our relationships with each other and blur the line between “genre” fiction and literary fiction. All under 1,200 words. Eight cents USD per word.
https://www.orions-belt.net/submissions
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Jakes Country
An educational publication of the not-for-profit National Wild Turkey Federation, dedicated to involving youth in conservation and passing on the North American hunting tradition. The NWTF is committed to the conservation and proper management of the wild turkey and upholds lawful, ethical, and safe hunting; the principles of modern wildlife management; and the protection and enhancement of wildlife habitat for the recreational use of this and future generations. Publications/Creative Services contact is Olivia Bacon at [email protected]. The editor is Matt Stewart at [email protected]. Payment is 40-50 cents per word for departments up to 500 words and features up to 1,200 words.
https://www.nwtf.org/nwtf-magazines
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Harper's Magazine
It has a circulation of more than 220,000. They publish fiction, art, and nonfiction. Payment: According to Who Pays Writers Harper's pays between 25 cents and a dollar a word. Snail mail submissions only.
https://harpers.org/submissions/
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One Story
They are seeking literary short stories. Single stories are sent to email subscribers every month. Length: Between 3,000 and 8,000 words. Payment: $500 and 25 contributors copies.
https://www.one-story.com/?page=submit
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The Paris Review
In its long history as a literary magazine The Paris Review has published such luminaries as Jack Kerouac, Philip Larkin, V. S. Naipaul, Philip Roth, Adrienne Rich. The Paris Review accepts fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Payment: 10 cents/word to $100 flat fee. https://www.theparisreview.org/about/submissions
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- GRANTS - FELLOWSHIPS - RESIDENCIES
New Hampshire Artist Entrepreneurial Grants
Artist Entrepreneurial Grants recognize the importance of the creative workforce to New Hampshire’s economy. It supports opportunities that will benefit artists’ careers, including the development of business skills, participation in programs to raise the level and quality of their art.
Deadlines May 7, August 6, and November 5, 2021.
https://www.nh.gov/nharts/grants/artists/artistentre.html
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- BOOK REVIEWERS
Word of mouth is often considered the most effective form of promotion, and a glowing book review of your book can get it recommended by one reader to another. Reviews help readers decide which books to spend their money and time reading
When submitting your book for review, put “KBR Book Request” in the subject line to these reviewers:
Non-Fiction
Annette Ranald
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Romance
Lashanta Charles
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Romance
David Burnett
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Multiple Genres
Meridith West
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Multiple Genres
Carrie Smith
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READ & REVIEW
111 Tips to Create Impressive Videos:
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BYDH41S/
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111 Tips To Make Money With Writing
The Art of Making a Living Full-time Writing -
An Essential Guide for More Income as Freelancer
https://books2read.com/u/bWZMjz
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111 Tips on How to Market Your Book for Free:
Detailed Plans and Smart Strategies for Your Book’s Success
https://books2read.com/u/bMre1a
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111 Tips to Get Free Book Reviews:
Best Strategies for Getting Lots of Great Reviews
1,200+ reviewer contact links
https://books2read.com/u/mZ5nx5
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111 Tips to Create Your Book Trailer
How to Create, Where to Upload, and How to Market Your Videos
https://books2read.com/u/mVZkjr
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Book Marketing on a Shoestring:
How Authors Can Promote their Books Without Spending a Lot of Money
https://books2read.com/u/mZ5gdp
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Many famous people were born in May, such as Mark Zuckerberg, Karl Marx, Clint Eastwood, Wes Anderson, John F. Kennedy, Queen Victoria, and Catherine the Great! Be motivated!
Happy Mother’s Day! Continue to be in awe of moms who are meeting the challenges with triumph. And that’s something that’s always worth celebrating.
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