A Vampire and Werewolf Lit Event starts on September 1st, and here are the topics and rules for the week 1 contest and the month-long contest. Get writing, people! Who doesn't love vampires and werewolves?
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The Use of Adverbs in Fiction Writing
=DarcKnyt
reports, 1d 6m ago
reports, 1d 6m agoAdverbs are the endangered species of the adult fiction world. They're frowned on like putting a Baby Ruth bar in a punch bowl at a wedding reception -- not a good idea. They're also indicative of weak writing ... but why? This article covers why adverbs are evil and what you can do to avoid using them.
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An Overview on Point o' View
=DarcKnyt reports, August 22
reports, August 22Point of View -- or POV -- is a critical choice writers make before they ever set the first word onto screen or paper. But what exactly IS POV, and how does an author choose one? What are some of the advantages and drawbacks of the various types?
In the ongoing effort to support Back to Basics month, this article attempts to provide a brief overview for writers struggling to find their voice.
In the ongoing effort to support Back to Basics month, this article attempts to provide a brief overview for writers struggling to find their voice.
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Simplyprose is looking for staff!
*simplyprose
reports, August 17
reports, August 17Two to four people are needed to help run simplyprose.
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YOU LIE!! -- Or do you Lay??
=DarcKnyt reports, August 18
reports, August 18Do you lie, or lay? Is it laying or lying? This article, in keeping with the Back to Basics theme for August, takes a brief look at using "Lie" vs. "Lay" in prose.
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Poetry Feature #70
*TheFavoritesProject
reports, August 17
reports, August 17We've featured 70 poems since we opened our satellite account in 2007! View the most recent feature here, as well a list of all the previous poems featured by TFP. If you like what you see, than devwatch the account because we feature a new one every week! No membership is required.
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Write #3: To publish or not to publish
^lovetodeviate
reports, August 15
reports, August 15
What you will find in this news article: To publish or not to publish -- A list of resources on publishing | Recent finds | Resource news | Read this | Literature Daily Deviations: July 2008 | I need your feedback 36
Cheating Yourself: How Miscats Affect You
*PunknEra
reports, August 14
reports, August 14A different look at how this well known issue affects you as an artist.
This is a Project: Educate article.
This is a Project: Educate article.
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A Vampire and Werewolf Lit Event
*twilight-apple
reports, August 14
reports, August 14An introduction to a month-long literature event, complete with writing topics and prompts, small contests, and prizes.
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Dots and Dashes -- The Em Dash and Ellipsis
=DarcKnyt reports, August 11
reports, August 11What's an ellipsis, how is it used and what's the difference between ellipses and em dashes in prose? This article discusses the proper use of both em dashes and ellipsis in prose writing, but doesn't redress the matter in non-fiction citations.
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The Use of Adverbs in Fiction Writing
=DarcKnyt reports, 1d 6m ago
reports, 1d 6m agoAdverbs are the endangered species of the adult fiction world. They're frowned on like putting a Baby Ruth bar in a punch bowl at a wedding reception -- not a good idea. They're also indicative of weak writing ... but why? This article covers why adverbs are evil and what you can do to avoid using them.
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V&W Lit Event Week 1: Blood, the Moon, and Clichés
*twilight-apple reports, 10h 48m ago
reports, 10h 48m agoA Vampire and Werewolf Lit Event starts on September 1st, and here are the topics and rules for the week 1 contest and the month-long contest. Get writing, people! Who doesn't love vampires and werewolves?
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Poetry Feature #71
*TheFavoritesProject reports, August 24
reports, August 24Is The Favorites Project making a difference? We're aiming to show you that it does! Read the article to see how.
We've featured 71 poems since we opened our satellite account in 2007. You can view the most recent feature here, as well as find links to our previous features. If you like what you see, please devwatch the account because we feature a new one every week! No membership is required and we have no ulterior motive than to expose some great poetry!
We've featured 71 poems since we opened our satellite account in 2007. You can view the most recent feature here, as well as find links to our previous features. If you like what you see, please devwatch the account because we feature a new one every week! No membership is required and we have no ulterior motive than to expose some great poetry!
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“Baby..did you forget to take your meds? “
*woodfaery
reports, 1d 2h ago
reports, 1d 2h agoAn article I wrote recently about coping with Mental Health Problems through art.
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Seeking Staff Volunteers
*ScribeSanctuary
reports, August 24
reports, August 24An all-in-one writers club focused on helping one another improve rather than belittling those who lack superior writing skills.
In desperate need of staff volunteers.
In desperate need of staff volunteers.
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Poerty Contest needs you!
*DarthSammo
reports, 2d 18h ago
reports, 2d 18h agoTwo young DA members are having a poetry contest and need people to read and remark about the two works they produced for the project.
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Midnight Sun Leak and Stephenie's Decision
=BunniGeisha
reports, 4m 25s ago
reports, 4m 25s agoAs a few of you know already Chapters 1 through 12 of Stephenie Meyer's Re-write of Best Seller Twilight; Midnight Sun have been leaked.
These are Somethings that i have found on the matter.
These are Somethings that i have found on the matter.
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Interview with :devAutumn-Cannibal
~Lacelette
reports, 10h 57m ago
reports, 10h 57m agoAn interview with an ever-growing poet, ~autumn-cannibal.
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Poetry Top 10 boks3.Ponder Awhile by Mohit.K.Misra
~mohitmisra
reports, 2d 22h ago
reports, 2d 22h agoPetry book rankings on Best Book Buys from a collection from 63,702 books.
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Poetry Top 10 books 3.Ponder Awhile by Mohit.K.Mis
~mohitmisra reports, 2d 22h ago
reports, 2d 22h agoPetry book rankings on Best Book Buys from a collection from 63,702 books.
Who loved it?
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Resources for Young Writers
`WineWriter
reports, December 21, 2007
reports, December 21, 2007Resources for Young Writers
You may think that you have to become an adult to share and publish your writing, but there are resources all over the web that can help you share your work now. There’s nothing stopping you from getting involved. In fact, there is a whole mass of magazines and communities out there waiting for young writers to get involved. In this article, I’ve collected various resources for you to browse through.
Note: Be sure to read all rules and guidelines before submitting, and check with your parents. Remember, be wary of scams, be safe, and don’t agree to anything without reading first. Also, check for the age limits. Some competitions and magazines only allow certain ages to submit.
Teen Writing Magazines
Teen Ink
Submit
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Merlyn’s Pen
Submit Your Writing
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Student Bylines Magazine
Volunteer
Submit
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Writing Conference
Submit
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Weekly Reader
Submit
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Teen Voices
(A magazine for girls ages 13 - 19)
Submit
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Young Writers Society
Submit
Magazines for all Writers: Adult and Teen
Mimesis
Submit
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Soundzine
Submit
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Zafusy
Submit
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Parameter Magazine
Submit
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Burnside Review
Submit
Competitions/Awards
The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards of 2008
- Grades 7 - 12
Submit/Register
About the Scholastic Awards
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Bennington College Young Writers Competition
- Grades 10 – 12
Submit
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The Poetry Society
Competitions
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Young Playwrights
Competitions
Helpful links
Tip: Put your mouse of the title of each link to see the description
Creating Original Characters by Maisha Foster-O'Neal
Developing Realistic Characters by Tina Morgan
Character Outline Sheet by ~KittyFelone
Creating a Multi-dimensional Character by Elsa Neal
Effectively Outlining Your Plot by Lee Masterson
Avoiding Exposition Pitfalls by Elsa Neal
Active Voice Versus Passive Voice by Elsa Neal
Rhyming in Poetry by Brian Buckley
Basic Guide to Essay Writing by Kathy Livingston
The Five Paragraph Essay Wizard
Something Special
The link below leads to a few projects that combine visual art and literature. They are surreal, and hopefully, as inspirational for as you as they were for me. Click on each one, and find out for yourself.
Dreaming Methods
Success Stories
There are many authors out there who started writing at a young age.
In the Forests of the Night by Amelia Atwater-Rhodes – Written when she was 13
Eragon by Christopher Paolini – Written when he was 15
The Outsiders by SE Hinton – Written when she was 16
The Icarus Girl by Helen Oyeyemi – Written when she was 18
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley – Written when she was 19
An Eighteen Year Old Looks Back On Life by Joyce Maynard – Written when she was 19
The point is, you can pursue a career of writing at any age, and people find success in different places. Maybe one day you’ll be lucky enough to see your name on the cover of a book, or a magazine. It doesn’t necessarily have to be now, or later. If you work on it, you’ll get there.
You may think that you have to become an adult to share and publish your writing, but there are resources all over the web that can help you share your work now. There’s nothing stopping you from getting involved. In fact, there is a whole mass of magazines and communities out there waiting for young writers to get involved. In this article, I’ve collected various resources for you to browse through.
Note: Be sure to read all rules and guidelines before submitting, and check with your parents. Remember, be wary of scams, be safe, and don’t agree to anything without reading first. Also, check for the age limits. Some competitions and magazines only allow certain ages to submit.
Teen Writing Magazines
Teen Ink
Submit
---
Merlyn’s Pen
Submit Your Writing
---
Student Bylines Magazine
Volunteer
Submit
---
Writing Conference
Submit
---
Weekly Reader
Submit
---
Teen Voices
(A magazine for girls ages 13 - 19)
Submit
---
Young Writers Society
Submit
Magazines for all Writers: Adult and Teen
Mimesis
Submit
---
Soundzine
Submit
---
Zafusy
Submit
---
Parameter Magazine
Submit
---
Burnside Review
Submit
Competitions/Awards
The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards of 2008
- Grades 7 - 12
Submit/Register
About the Scholastic Awards
---
Bennington College Young Writers Competition
- Grades 10 – 12
Submit
---
The Poetry Society
Competitions
---
Young Playwrights
Competitions
Helpful links
Tip: Put your mouse of the title of each link to see the description
Creating Original Characters by Maisha Foster-O'Neal
Developing Realistic Characters by Tina Morgan
Character Outline Sheet by ~KittyFelone
Creating a Multi-dimensional Character by Elsa Neal
Effectively Outlining Your Plot by Lee Masterson
Avoiding Exposition Pitfalls by Elsa Neal
Active Voice Versus Passive Voice by Elsa Neal
Rhyming in Poetry by Brian Buckley
Basic Guide to Essay Writing by Kathy Livingston
The Five Paragraph Essay Wizard
Something Special
The link below leads to a few projects that combine visual art and literature. They are surreal, and hopefully, as inspirational for as you as they were for me. Click on each one, and find out for yourself.
Dreaming Methods
Success Stories
There are many authors out there who started writing at a young age.
In the Forests of the Night by Amelia Atwater-Rhodes – Written when she was 13
Eragon by Christopher Paolini – Written when he was 15
The Outsiders by SE Hinton – Written when she was 16
The Icarus Girl by Helen Oyeyemi – Written when she was 18
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley – Written when she was 19
An Eighteen Year Old Looks Back On Life by Joyce Maynard – Written when she was 19
The point is, you can pursue a career of writing at any age, and people find success in different places. Maybe one day you’ll be lucky enough to see your name on the cover of a book, or a magazine. It doesn’t necessarily have to be now, or later. If you work on it, you’ll get there.
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