freelance editorial opportunity: nonfiction

Offered by: Callisto Media

Benefits: Flexible hours

Duration: Freelance

Location: Berkeley, CA

Requirements: Callisto Media is a publisher backed by one of the
world's foremost venture capital firms. We create and publish
bestselling books in digital and print formats on a variety of
nonfiction topics. Our imprints include Rockridge University Press,
Garamond Press, and Hyacinth Books.

We are looking for spectacular freelance developmental editors. We
pay competitive project and per-hour rates and are constantly putting
out interesting new titles.

Applicants must have the following qualifications:
- An established freelance history of editing nonfiction titles for
major and/or esteemed publishing houses.
- A mastery of styles and their documentation.
- Consistent availability.
- A strong work ethic and incredible attention to detail.
- Strict adherence to deadlines.

While we are based in Berkeley, CA, this is an out-of-office
freelance position and you can work from any location and/or time
zone.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume to
jobs@callistomedia.com. Please also include a cover letter that
describes your fit with this position.

We look forward to reviewing your submission!
Elma Schemenauer, elmams@shaw.ca, author of 75 books published in
Canada and the USA, editor of many others. Blog
www.elmasalmanac.blogspot.com Website www.elma03.com

using Biblical images in writing

Deb Elkink, author of the novel THE THIRD GRACE, offers insights on
how to use Biblical images in your writing at
(http://www.debelkink.com/?blog).

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

writers & editors needed for school literature program

Offered by: New York City Textbook Developer

Salary: Project Basis

Duration: Project Basis

Location: New York, NY

Requirements: Skilled writers and editors needed for middle and
high school literature program with New York City based company. Must
have experience in textbook content development. Familiar with Common
Core Standards. In-house and out-of-house project work available for 4
months. Please send detailed resume and writing samples.

About Our
Company: Textbook developer in New York City. Congenial office in
Union Square area.

Contact: Arlette

E-mail: arletteg@cciny.net

Address: 80 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1503
New York, NY 10011

Phone: 2122427827

Fax: 2122423523

Special
Instructions: Please email resumes and writing samples. Please do
not call.


Job # 9083

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

'The Jerusalem Puzzle' contest: Authonomy

You need to be a member of Authonomy to participate in the following
contest. If you're interested, go here to register:
http://authonomy.com/. Here's the contest:

'The Jerusalem Puzzle' Competition - your chance to be published
alongside
one of HarperCollins' most exciting new writers

We're looking for three talented authonomy authors whose short stories
will
be published in a special limited edition epub of 'The Jerusalem
Puzzle',
the second novel from Laurence O'Bryan.

This is an amazing opportunity for you to showcase your talent to
Laurence's audience. Moreover, the winning authors will be able to add
their social media details so that readers can discover more about
their
writing.

All you have to do is read the second chapter of 'The Jerusalem
Puzzle'.
Then, in no more than 500 words, tell us where you would take the
story
next - this can be in the form of a synopsis, or the opening of the
next
chapter.

The ten best entries will be given the chance to submit short stories
for
consideration. They will also get advanced ring-bound book proofs of
'The
Jerusalem Puzzle'.

At the start of December, three overall winners will be selected to be
published in the special edition Jerusalem Puzzle e-book next June.

If that wasn't enough, all these short stories will also be considered
for
full publication by HarperCollins editor. So what are you waiting for?
Get
reading, authonomites!

The second chapter is on the blog now:
http://harpercollinsnews.co.uk/go.asp?/bCOL002/q3EOZV8F/xLDP9W8F

Send your entries to yourauthonomy@harpercollins.co.uk by midnight GMT
on
October 31st.



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

pet peeves about author queries

Literary agent Terry Burns discusses agents' and editors' pet peeves
about author queries at:
http://christianfictiononlinemagazine.com/buzz_hart.html

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

computer keyboard & mouse shortcuts

This web site lists computer keyboard & mouse shortcuts for Microsoft
Word. It also links to shortcuts for computer programs other than
Word.
http://www.computerhope.com/shortcut/word.htm


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

inspirational romantic suspense novel opportunity

Do you have an idea for an inspirational romantic suspense novel & a
first chapter? Harlequin [publisher] invites you to submit them before
the end of October for their consideration. More info here:
http://community.harlequin.com/showthread.php/706-Love-Inspired-Suspense-Fast-Track-Event?p=24055#post24055

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

calls for submissions: flash fiction, women's writing, poetry

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: MICRO AWARD FOR FLASH FICTION

6th Annual Micro Award for Flash Fiction under 1,000 words now open
for submissions. $500 prize. No entry fee.
http://www.microaward.org/rules

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: EXPERIMENTAL WRITING BY WOMEN

Deadline: February 15, 2013

Website and guidelines:

http://www.fillingstation.ca/in-the-pump/2012/9/28/call-experimental-writing-women


We're seeking the very best experimental fiction, poetry, creative
nonfiction, and art by women authors and artists. To be considered,
submissions must be received before February 15 and must conform to
filling Station's basic submission guidelines.

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS: QUILLS CANADIAN POETRY MAGAZINE

Deadline: Nov 10, 2012

Poems can be any length, subject or style

No more than 3 unpublished poems per submission

Email submissions only

Limit length of poems to under 200 words or 35 lines (including
stanza breaks)

Include your name, address or city and confirm you are a
Canadian Citizen

Include a short 40 word biography written in 3rd person starting
with the author's name

Include a short copyright allowance for Quills to publish your
poem. Any submitted works will be deemed to include copyright usage.

No one is charged to submit and no submissions are paid.

Submit by EMAIL ONLY to blnish@pandorascollective.com with "QUILLS
SUBMISSION" in the subject line.

Please send only text messages (no document files or attachments
please).






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

online periodical opportunity: Apple Valley Review

The Apple Valley Review, an online periodical, invites submissions of
poetry, short fiction, and essays. It's not a paying market but a nice
publishing credit if they accept your work. Arthur Power, a Catholic
author and online acquaintance of mine, has a nice poem in the most
recent edition. More info is at:
http://www.applevalleyreview.com/. If interested in submitting, click
on the word Submit at the left.

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

literary agents deciding what's "right" for them

What do they mean when they say your novel isn't right for their
literary agency? Interesting article here about that topic. If
clicking the link doesn't work, try pasting it into your browser:
http://www.themillions.com/2012/08/a-right-fit-navigating-the-world-of-literary-agents.html

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

reviewer of young adult books: Brandi Kosiner

Reviewer Brandi Kosiner has a special interest in books for young
adults. She says:
"For Authors/Publishers, I would be happy to accept books for review,
host contests, host guest posts and conduct interviews with authors.
I'd also be interested in participating in book tours or cover reveals
if it matches my interests." For more info, see:
http://blkosiner.blogspot.ca/p/review-policy-about-me.html

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

how to be your own publicist workshop

From: info@writersunion.ca
Subject: How To Be Your Own Publicist Workshop - Spread the Word!
Date: October 1, 2012 11:04:13 AM EDT
To: info@writersunion.ca

Hello everyone,

Just a little reminder about the upcoming workshop "How to Be Your Own
Publicist." Registration is now taking place for the workshops in
Halifax, Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, and Kingston, in November 2012.
The workshops take place from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. For those who can't
attend in one of the participating cities, a webinar will be offered,
distilling the highlights of the workshop.

Authors Elizabeth Ruth and Ann Douglas will present on traditional but
innovative book marketing strategies as well as new media
opportunities for writers. Kelly Duffin, Executive Director of The
Writers' Union of Canada, will update participants on the latest
evolutions in the publishing landscape.

Whether you are an aspiring writer wanting to develop your audience
before publication; an emerging writer who needs to stay visible; or
long-published and looking for new tips and techniques, this full-day
workshop is for you.

Participants will leave the workshop having gained the know-how and
confidence to creatively promote their own future works, and an
expanded, inspired sense of what it means to be a writer in the
current publishing context.

For registration information please go to
http://www.writersunion.ca/pd-workshops

Please circulate this information to writers you think might be
interested in coming to this event. Space is limited so register
today.


Valerie Laws
Office Administrator
The Writers' Union of Canada
200 - 90 Richmond Street East
Toronto ON M5C 1P1
416-703-8982 x 224
info@writersunion.ca
www.writersunion.ca


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

FaithWriters conference in Portland next June

Next FaithWriters conference [Christian writers conference] happens in
Portland, Oregon June 28 & 29, 2013.
http://www.faithwriters.com/conference.php


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