interview: writing kids' non-fiction

There's an interview with me here: www.writecanada.org regarding the class
I'll be teaching in June, about writing nonfiction for young readers.

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

Summer Literary Seminar Contest, deadline March 6

Posted: 25 Feb 2012 11:10 PM PST

SUMMER LITERARY SEMINAR UNIFIED LITERARY CONTEST: FICTION, POETRY,
NON-FICTION
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 6 MARCH 2012!
For Submission Guidelines and further info:
http://sumlitsem.org/contest.html
Contest Judges:
Mary Gaitskill (fiction), Tony Hoagland (poetry), and Ander Monson (non
fiction)
Summer Literary Seminars is excited to announce that our annual unified
(Montreal, Lithuania and Kenya) literary contest has expanded! It will be
held again this year in affiliation with The Walrus and Black Warrior
Review. Joining us will be the dynamic online magazines Joyland, Branch, and
DIAGRAM; We are also thrilled to announce two exciting new prizes, sponsored
by the Center for Fiction and SLS creative partner Graywolf Press. Judging
the contest are award-winning writers Mary Gaitskill (fiction), Tony
Hoagland(poetry), and Ander Monson (non fiction). UPDATE: our new contest
partner, the St. Petersburg Review will be publishing a poetry and fiction
selection as part of the SLS-SPR Editor's Choice Award, as well as free
program tuition for those winners.

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

WordPerfect

I enjoyed Corel WordPerfect Suite 8, but now I want to uninstall it from my computer. To do that I need WordPerfect Suite 8 Program CD. Don't have it. Can anyone help?

devotions Arctic to South Pacific

Marcia Laycock's devotional book Spur of the Moment - from the Arctic Circle
to the South Pacific, stories to inspire is FREE Fri. Feb. 24 to Sun. 26th
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B007AKDFZ0

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

49th shelf: website about Canadian books

Here's a press release regarding a newish website devoted to Canadian books:
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2012/2/prweb9208169.htm. The site itself is at
http://49thshelf.com/

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

writing opportunities

Interesting writing opportunities here. Note the first date given indicates when the opportunity was posted. The second indicates the deadline. http://www.placesforwriters.com/

Christian fiction opportunity: Wherever It Pleases

Wherever It Pleases aims to become the largest library Christian fiction and
Christian-friendly fiction on the Internet. It's for readers, obviously, and
also for writers. Writers aren't paid for submissions, but it could be a
good way for a writer to get his/her name out there. According to the
submission guidelines, you keep all rights to your work. Here's the link:
http://whereveritpleases.blogspot.com/p/submission-guidelines.html

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

opportunity: poems for kids & youth

Arc Poetry Magazine fall 2012 annual themed issue

Canada's poetry magazine is looking for

a.. poems for kids & youth
b.. really good illustrations
c.. kids to review poems (lend us your kids!)
d.. your favourite poem as a kid
e.. your published book of kids' poems
f.. really good cookies
g.. articles & criticism on kids' poetry
Submit your work online; pitches and queries to editor@arcpoetry.ca
(indicate children's poetry issue)

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

children's writing competition: The Writers' Union of Canada

The Writers' Union of Canada is pleased to announce that submissions are
being accepted until April 24, 2012 for the 16th annual Writing for Children
Competition. The winning entry will be the best Canadian work of up to 1,500
words in the English language, fiction or non-fiction, written by an
unpublished author.

PRIZE

$1,500 for the winning entry, and the entries of the winner and finalists
will be submitted to three Canadian children's publishers.

JURY
Writers Don Calame, Hazel Hutchins, and Rene Schmidt will serve as the jury.

ELIGIBILITY
This competition is open to all Canadian citizens and permanent residents
who have not been published in book format in any genre and who do not
currently have a contract with a book publisher. Original and unpublished
(English language) fiction or non-fiction is eligible.

HOW TO SUBMIT ENTRIES:

a.. · Entries should be typed, double-spaced, in a clear
twelve-point font, and the pages numbered on 8.5 x 11 paper, not stapled. Do
not send entries that only have a few sentences per page.
b.. · Illustrations are not accepted.
c.. · Submissions will be accepted by hardcopy only.
d.. · Include a separate cover letter with title of story, full
name, address, phone number, email address, word count, and number of pages
of entry.
e.. · Please type the name of the entrant and the title of the
entry on each numbered page. This is not a blind competition.
f.. · Make your cheque or money order payable to The Writers'
Union of Canada. Multiple entries can be submitted together and fees can be
added and paid with one cheque or money order, $15 per submission.
g.. · Entries must be postmarked by April 24, 2012 to be eligible.
h.. · Mail entries to: WFC Competition, The Writers' Union of
Canada, 90 Richmond Street East, Suite 200, Toronto,ON M5C 1P1.
Results will be posted at www.writersunion.ca in July 2012. Manuscripts will
not be returned

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

writers conference & kids' non-fiction writing

Christian writers conference Write!Canada comes up June 14-16 in Guelph,
Ontario. I'm teaching a 6-hour class on writing non-fiction for children and
teens. Info on conference is at http://www.writecanada.org/ I recommend it
if you're looking for a writers conference.
Faculty members are at http://www.writecanada.org/who-is-coming/faculty/.
They're in alphabetical order so if you scroll down to S, you'll see my
smiling face :)

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA,
editor of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website
www.elma03.com

petition re: Canadian writers

I just signed this important petition:
"Rights for Writers: Proposed Copyright Law Threatens Writers' Ability to
Earn a Fair Living in Canada"
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/rights-for-writers/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=system&utm_campaign=Send%2Bto%2BFriend
I think this is an important cause, and I'd like to encourage you to add
your signature. It's free and takes just a few seconds. Thanks.

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

Save the Mothers seeks intern to work in Uganda

SAVE THE MOTHERS IS LOOKING FOR A PROGRAM INTERN!
Save the Mothers is the global leader in reducing the numbers of
mothers dying in Childbirth. The program offers a Masters Level Public
Health degree in Maternal Health that is currently administered by Uganda
Christian University in Mukono, Uganda.

DESCRIPTION OF INTERN:

This person will have completed an undergraduate degree (specialty not
required) and have some experience in a work setting. They will be
people-oriented with a willingness to work and learn in a cross-cultural
environment. The appropriate person will have a strong
interest in health issues in the developing world (and preferably
maternal/child health). The successful candidate will respect the values
and beliefs held by both the Save the Mothers program and the Uganda
Christian University.

ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The STM intern will report directly to the STM executive director but will
work closely with the STM academic director and administrative
assistant.

The appropriate candidate will have a strong mastery of Word, Excel,
Powerpoint and the use of email/internet searches. Other appropriate
computer programs would be helpful (eg SPSS or EPI info).

TIMEFRAME:

The intern will be on site in Uganda as of September 8, 2012 until May 15,
2013 (or later). Interns are free to return home during the month of
December if they wish (at their own cost).

They will be responsible for:

a) ensuring that all audiovisual and technical requirements for the STM
classes are in place at the beginning of each class.
b) They will attempt to record and edit lectures given during the
STM classes/modules (using supplied technology)
c) Will be a liaison for the STM students and assist with the
students' acquisition of teaching resources including class notes,
assistance with basic computer access/problems
d) The intern will organize class notes into permanent records for STM
e) Special research assignments may be given to the intern and they will
be expected to carry out internet searches to garner the
appropriate information/scientific papers.
f) Assist in any special activities that are held by the STM
program including outreaches to the community/church/hospitals
g) Any other appropriate tasks as deemed by the executive director

The STM intern will be free to join any STM teaching session or
activity that may benefit their personal knowledge or experience.
This includes field trips to the community for sensitization.

HOUSING:

The STM intern will be housed for the majority of the year in the STM
dedicated building (called Mirembe). This facility includes private
rooms upstairs with an adjoining bathroom (which on occasions will be
shared). Mirembe building has a small kitchen with fridge and
microwave and a comfortable lounge with access to wireless internet, a TV
and DVD player. There is good security in the building. When the Ugandan
STM students are in session, it may be advisable for the STM intern to be
moved to another facility (this has been the practice in the past with good
success-in order to preserve the privacy of the intern as well as to enable
the students to maximize their opportunity to stay in the building.)

FINANCIAL ISSUES:

Save the Mothers international will support the intern with a $2000
stipend to be put towards their airfare or whatever is deemed
appropriate.

Estimated costs for the STM intern:

Flight--$2500
Health insurance--$500
Accommodation-no charge while in Mirembe (alternate housing is about $100
per month-estimate 3 months of off-Mirembe housing therefore $300)
Food-depends on your tastes-can probably manage at $10/day
Airtime--$50/month
Other incidentals--$200 per month

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send your CV and a short essay (500 words) stating why you
would like to become the Save the Mothers intern to Dr Jean
Chamberlain Froese atjchamber@mcmaster.ca. In your CV include your
full name and contact information including email, snail mail,
telephone number and emergency contact information. You should
include 2 references (including their contacts and state your
relationship to them) with your CV. No other formal application is
required.

Deadline for application is June 1, 2012. Interviews will be offered to
eligible candidates.

Please see www.savethemothers.org for more information about Save the
Mothers.

Here is what the STM interns have had this to say about their
experience in the STM program:

"This has been life-changing. I've gained invaluable experience about
maternal health, country development and Ugandan culture. I couldn't
imagine spending a year in Africa doing anything else." Ashley
Wallace (STM intern 2009/10)

"Working with Save the Mothers has given me knowledge and experience, both
in maternal health and working in a developing country, beyond
what I could have imagined. This internship with STM has been the
opportunity of a lifetime." Laura Cranna (STM intern 2010/2011)

Contact Us

Save the Mothers
27 Legend Crt.
PO Box 10126
Ancaster, ON
Canada L9K 1P3

905-928-7283 (SAVE)

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

opportunity for Catholic-friendly editors

I noticed this in a bulletin from the Catholic Writers Organization. It
seems to be a paying proposition.

We would like to start a database of editors, so that our authors and
those applying for the SoA [Seal of Approval] have a resource (and for any
self-publishers
as well). We do not require that the editors on this list be Catholic,
but they should be supportive of Catholic works. If you or anyone you
know would like to be on this database, please sign up here:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RGZBXKV

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

God of virtual reality: Blatty's CRAZY

"You're God, the God of Abraham and Jacob! You mean you can't be the God of
virtual reality?" That's from William Peter Blatty's 2010 novel CRAZY. It's
a funny, elegant, movie-savvy story of a Catholic family with a difference.
A good example of an age-old message clothed in a fresh coat.

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

e-book publishing: Jane Friedman

Good thoughts from Jane Friedman on e-book publishing at:
http://janefriedman.com/2012/02/10/10-questions-epublishing/

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

Richard Wagamese 5 day writers retreat

Richard Wagamese is a nationally and internationally acclaimed author. We're fortunate to have him living in the Kamloops area. He and his wife, Debra, run the writers retreat described below at their home on Paul Lake north of Kamloops.

 

Richard Wagamese 5 Day Writers Retreat!

 

This summer will be the second where I am hosting 5 day live-in writers retreats. Last year's was a roaring success and we look forward to another great summer of sharing with emerging and established writers. What I offer is unique because we start with learning to create spontaneous oral stories using traditional Ojibway oral storytelling teachings and techniques. Then, we transfer those new skills to the page. It's actually quite amazing what happens to people. When I taught it at UVic students were clamoring to get me back as a full time prof. Plus, as you will see from the testimonials, the effect is awesome!

 

I wonder if I could ask you to share this with people you know who might be interested in an innovative and refreshing take at learning to write better and more fluidly. Attached is the outline with pertinent info including testimonials. Feel free to pass on all of it...  Here's the link: http://www.richardwagamese.com/index.php?pr=Live-In_Writing_Workshops


--

"Changing the world one story at a time..."

www.richardwagamese.com

 

 

I'm in the National Post

Hey, I'm briefly mentioned in the National Post newspaper, right at the end
of this article. Clicking on the link may not work, but if you have the
patience, you can paste it into your browser:
http://news.nationalpost.com/2012/02/08/hampstead-crash-stop-signs-cause-more-harm-than-good-some-experts-say/

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

unpublished Christian writers contest

Here's a contest for unpublished Canadian Christian writers, deadline
February 15, 1500 words maximum. Different age categories starting with
teenagers. http://canadianchristianwritingawards.com/god-uses-ink-contest/

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

best blogs for writers

Robert Lee Brewer just posted his list of 39 best blogs for writers. Here's
the link:
http://robertleebrewer.blogspot.com/2012/02/best-blogs-for-writers-to-read-in-2012.html

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

competitions for unpublished writers: Creative Print

Creative Print runs monthly no-fee competitions for unpublished writers.
Here's the link:
http://www.creativeprintpublishing.com/publishing/competitions.php

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

free online writers workshop

A free online workshop for writers is available until March 31 at the
following web site: http://www.sunshineinajar.com/?cat=546

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

humour writers contest

I don't know anything about this, but some of you may find it interesting.

Call for Submissions: Story Contest for Humour Writers-Deadline February 29

STORY CONTEST FOR HUMOUR WRITERS:
$3,000 in cash prizes available to be won

Submission Deadline: February 29, 2012
Contact Person: Matt Jackson
Email: hitchhikecanada@yahoo.ca
Web site: www.summitstudios.biz

Summit Studios is a small Canadian publishing company that specializes in
humour anthologies. Our current story contest features prize money in four
distinct categories, and the purpose is to gather material for several new
anthologies that we plan to publish in 2012 and 2013. For that reason, even
if your story doesn't win a prize, there's a good chance we will use it in
one of our new anthologies if it fits our criteria. Full contest details are
available for download from our web site.

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

opportunity: Biblical terror

Biblical terror as described in the first and second books of Samuel is the
focus of a anthology currently being assembled. If you've written something
relating to this, or would like to, visit the following site for more info.
Pieces of writing relating to the book of Ruth will also be considered.
http://duotrope.com/market_6463.aspx

Elma Schemenauer, author of 75 books published in Canada and the USA, editor
of many others. Blog www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com