For fantasy, science fiction, and other speculative fiction writers, here is a list of fun competitions directly from the Writer's Market 2019.
Author: Rachel Sandell
Rachel Sandell is a writer and editor from Washington State, where rainy days necessitate long books, hot chocolate, and plenty of magic. Though she specializes in speculative fiction and harbors a love for the dark and enchanting, she also dabbles in poetry and is the archive project coordinator for Fireweed: Poetry of Oregon. She is an MFA graduate from the Rainier Writing Workshop, and her short stories have appeared in SORTES magazine, Night Picnic Press, and Leading Edge magazine.
I’m a Dinosaur
Most writers nowadays use their computers to do the job. Instead of Microsoft Word or Google Docs, I still prefer a good, old-fashioned pen and paper. I can hear the, "Okay, boomer," already.
August Reads
What new books has August provided this time? As it turns out, there are only two books on the list, but what the list lacks in quantity, it more than makes up in quality.
Dear Wayfarer
It's time for more poetry! Come on a journey with me, the scribe, as we brave dangers and sail into our stories.
Lord of the Music: In Summary
For literature enthusiasts and film enthusiasts alike, there is one story with which everyone is more or less familiar: The Lord of the Rings. Today, we wrap up the music series and provide references!
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