Absolute Write
No matter which branch of writing interests you, you’ll be able to find helpful tips at Absolute Write. Just signing up for its e-newsletter will net you a free list of agents.
Agent Query
Agent Query is a free, searchable database of agents. With just a few clicks you’ll be able to find one who represents your genre.
Agent Research
Do you need to verify the record of an agent? Check with this site first. It searches public records for all reports on the business practices of agencies, so you can find out whether it’s worth pursuing a particular agent or not.
Alicia Rasley's Writer's Corner
A great place for fiction writers, hosted
by award-winning author and teacher, Alicia Rasley.
AutoCrit Writing Center
On-line manuscript editing wizard.
Book Talk
News about the book industry.
Charlotte Dillon's Resources
for Romance Writers
Useful resources for those interested in
writing romance including romance writing links, research links, articles,
how-to tips and examples for beginning writers, and several Romance Writer's
Community (RWC) mailing lists.
The
Eclectic Writer
Articles about writing and getting published.
A message board and newsletter too.
Gabrielle Luthy's
Writing Links
A webpage with over 500 links for contemporary
writers, historical writers, paranormal & fantasy writers, grammar,
publishers & agents, writing articles and more.
Internet-Resources.com
Writers links and resources on the web.
LitMatch
Literary agent directory, response times and submission tracking.
Karen Fox
Informative website about the publishing
business: Show Me the Money (info on advances and royalties offered
by various publishers), Market News, plus lists of romance publishers
and aquiring agents.
Online
Etymology Dictionary
Database of explanations of what
our words meant and how they sounded 600 or 2,000 years ago. The dates
beside a word indicate the earliest year for which there is a surviving
written record of that word.
Onomastikon
(Dictionary of Names)
Kate Monk's database of names from
around the world and through the ages.
The Passionate Pen
A site with links to publishers and agents
specializing in romance, resources and links for writers, and many articles
on writing.
Preditors
& Editors
Database listing literary agents with
warnings about disreputable ones.
Publishers Marketplace
Database of editors and agents with submission
guidelines for each, plus sales, reviews and more.
Query Tracker
For those in need of an agent, this site allows writers to upload their query letters and agent experiences, building a database of information. The experiences are then combined to show trends and actions of individual agents so you know what to expect when querying them.
Romance Divas
A resource forum for romance writers with
on-line chats, workshops and articles.
Romance Writing Tips
This site showcases some of the best tips for romance writers. And while this group doesn’t critique, it offers plenty of links to groups that do.
Writer Beware
One of the most notable watchdogs for the writing community, Writer Beware shares information on writing scams, problematic agents and publishers, and more. New to the site is a blog where writers can share info in the comments section.
Writer's Digest 101 Best Sites for Writers
Writer's Digest 2008 listing of the 101 best websites for writers.
Writers' Library
Writers' Aids articles, written by Vicki
Hinze. Some are handouts from her workshops, seminars, lectures, and
creative writing classes. Some were written specifically for her Aids4Writers
group. The majority written on craft are geared to the beginning writer,
though some do explore advanced writing techniques. There are also several
articles on the business of writing commercial fiction, and the writing
life. You must join Vicki's group in order to have access to the online
library.
Writers.com
Writers on the Net: offering online writing
classes serving poets, fiction writers, journalists, essayists, mystery
writers, science fiction and fantasy writers, playwrights and screenwriters,
business writers, horror writers, and those who simply have a passion
for writing and would like to write better.
Writers
Write
Research resources for writers.
Writing.com
An online community for writers and readers
of all ages and interests offering a place to store and display your
writing online. Free memberships include an online writing portfolio,
numerous writing tools, email services and the chance to meet and bond
with fresh creative minds.
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