Being a Glossary of Terms Useful in Critiquing Science Fiction
by David Smith This is only a partial list of the terms we have found most useful in critiquing sf. […]
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The Craft of Writing
The Craft of Writing
Seeking Blog Editor
We’re currently seeking an editor for the Craft of Writing blog. Duties would entail writing and soliciting posts on writing
Advice for New Writers, Information Center, Manuscript Formatting, The Craft of Writing
Manuscript Preparation
Article by science fiction writer Vonda N. McIntyre on manuscript preparation for SF/F genre fiction authors.
Advice for New Writers, Building a Career, Information Center, The Business of Writing, Tips for Beginners, Workshops and Critique Groups
TANSTAAFL and the Novice Writer
Article by Elizabeth Moon on advice for novice writers. Novice writers have to take some responsibility for their own careers. The good information is NOT that hard to find. The novices who don’t find it–and don’t find it repeatedly–are resisting the truth.
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Perseverance, Publishing and the Urge to Write
James Van Pelt writes on perseverance as a writer.
Advice for New Writers, Information Center, Manuscript Formatting, The Craft of Writing
Manuscript Format
An article by Chuck Rothman on the correct manuscript format for sf/f fiction.
Advice for New Writers, Information Center, Keeping At It, Manuscript Formatting, The Craft of Writing
What Is a Word?
Article by Chuck Rothman on how to obtain a word count for a work of fiction ready for submission.
Information Center, The Craft of Writing
Mistakes In Writing
Mistakes commonly made by writers – how to spot them and how to avoid them.
Information Center, Keeping At It, The Craft of Writing
50 Strategies For Making Yourself Work
Article by Jerry Oltion on writing strategies.
Advice for New Writers, Building a Career, How to Sell Your Novel, Information Center, The Craft of Writing
The Complete Nobody’s Guide to Query Letters
Lynn Flewelling writes on the basics of query letters.