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Where Have All the Editors Gone?

Posted on August 4th, 2009 in Writing by James DeVere

There are many, many writers in today’s fast-moving world but so few Editors. Has the Editor become extinct?

The Upside of “Black Wednesday” Part 1: What’s Happening to the Publishing Houses?

Posted on July 13th, 2009 in Writing Business by ET Barton

Despite the fact that book sales grew in 2008 versus 2007, weakened book sales in October and November of 2008 led to a day in publishing that is now being called “Black Wednesday.” On this infamous day, Publishing Houses throughout the industry did some major belt tightening to ensure they stay afloat in today’s nerve-wracking recession. Such belt-tightening came in the form of massive layoffs, dropped book contracts, genres being slashed, reductions in print runs, and major distribution changes. It’s a terrifying prospect to believe that it will now be harder than ever to get published, but times are not as bad as one might think.

The One Thing a Writer Must Know About Writing Flash Fiction

Posted on June 6th, 2009 in Writing by Guy Hogan

Flash fiction, micro-fiction, mini-fiction, postcard fiction, sudden fiction and the very short story are different than the short story. Here is why.

10 Great Flash Fiction Tips

Posted on May 23rd, 2009 in Writing by Guy Hogan

Writing flash fiction can be a lot easier if you follow these 10 suggestions.

The Writer’s Hurdles

Posted on April 13th, 2009 in Writing by Nick Brice

The things you will probably have to deal with if you really want to do this.

A Message

Posted on March 13th, 2009 in Writing by Lorenzo A. Fernandez Jr.

Editors are not infallible, as they seem to be…

Triond Hot List

Posted on January 8th, 2009 in Online Writing by Westbrook

Is the Triond hot list fair? What are the criteria for writers to make it onto the list? Is it truly based on great content, or is there also a popularity contest going on for some? This is a blunt opinion and is not directed at any particular writer.