FundsforWriters - July 27, 2018 - Make it About the Experience

Published: Fri, 07/27/18

Volume 18, Issue 29 | JULY 20, 2018

Message from the Editor

As you are reading this (well, hopefully you read the newsletter within a day or two after it's sent), I am presenting at the Mississippi Writers Guild Conference in Meridian at the MAX, also known as the Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience. Nice name for a venue, don't you think?

My first conference of the year. While my writing hasn't slowed, my appearances have for several reasons:

1) dealing with my parents with dementia,
2) craving more time to write,
3) appearances aren't as lucrative as in the past.

We get most of our entertainment and education online these days. I get that. It's cheaper and oh so convenient. I'm not the only one who reaches for a smartphone to check out a detail or answer a question. But that's okay. Now I have no excuse not to write more, and faster.

However, there are still some things you have to do in person, and that's a concert. Recently attended an outdoor Chicago / REO Speedwagon concert with hubby, son and his new girlfriend. That first sip of beer totally threw me back to my college dorm days when Chicago blared horns on speakers up and down the hall.

Son and me enjoying the music! Enjoy your summer, y'all.

C. Hope Clark
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EDitor’s THOUGHTS

MAKE IT ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE

I know a couple of writers, who shall remain nameless, who are only seen on social media when they post their book cover and say in various and assorted ways, "Buy this book." They are traditionally published, which amazes me, because the whole "Buy my book" mantra began with self-publishing. We don't learn much about the story, don't get a hint of flavor about the voice, and barely learn the genre.

In the old days, which weren't too long ago, selling books was purely about the experience of the tale. It was about drawing in readers by baiting them with intriguing copy or ads. Writing press releases and sending out post cards that snared readers with snippets.

When a book leads with price, I usually go the other way, because the author/publisher thinks that's what attracts me. That's who they think I am. . . a person after a deal. While some people refuse to pay more than 99 cents for a book, I prefer to hear a back cover blurb about the tale. I just spent $13 for an ebook for my book club, but the author had credentials, the book cover copy captured me, and the blurb grabbed my attention. The price told me that the market respects this author, publisher, and book. I wanted to respect the author, too.

Sell me on a good time. Sell me on how engrossed I will be in the character, the story, the twist. Sell me on location, historic meaning, or genre. Give me a paragraph from the book so I can sample the voice of the author.

Don't sell me on the deal. . . sell me on talent and entertainment. And once you've drawn me in and have me ready to hit the BUY button, only then tell me how much it costs.

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HOPE'S 2018 APPEARANCES
(Times in Eastern)

July 27-29 - Mississippi Writers Guild Conference
October 1 - 3-5 PM- Edisto Bookstore, Edisto, SC (also celebrating my birthday!)
November 2-4 - BookBaby Indie Conference, Philadelphia, PA
December 18, 1PM Eastern, Dialogue! Blogtalkradio.com

WORDS OF SUCCESS

“At the time I begin writing a novel, the last thing I want to do is follow a plot outline. To know too much at the start takes the pleasure out of discovering what the book is about.”

–Elmore Leonard, “Making It Up As I Go Along,” AARP Magazine, (2009)

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SUccess Story

Dear Hope,

I found literary agent, Jeanie Loiacono, through your wonderful FundsforWriters newsletter. I had many Jewish picture books published by Jewish publishing companies at the time, but I had also written manuscripts for children's books and for a memoir that had universal messages. Jeanie helped me find publishers for these manuscripts and now my spiritual books are being enjoyed by a much wider audience.

Your newsletters have given me lots of encouragement through the years. Thank you for sharing your love of writing, Hope.

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Featured article

Negotiating for Writers

by Pascale Duguay

Do you keep track of how long it takes you to finish each writing project? Doing so will not only show you how much you earn per hour but will provide other great side benefits as well.

For most of my freelancing career, I've resisted tracking my writing time. I worried that it would affect the quality of my writing and, perhaps more importantly, that I'd find out I would be better off flipping burgers. Thankfully, I discovered otherwise. Being aware that the clock is ticking, forces me to jump straight into the story instead of trying to find the perfect opening. It's also helping me stay focused on the writing, which means that I get more writing done in a shorter period of time. I'm also motivated to stay on track so I can stay within a certain income range. When I start slowing down, I know it's time to stop for a break. There's no point in forcing myself to keep going because that's when the quality takes a dramatic nosedive.

What surprised me the most was that this process has led me to look at time differently. Since I have two other careers, my writing sessions are often limited. In the past I'd look at the clock and think, "What's the point. I only have half an hour." I felt it was barely long enough to get warmed up. Now I see those same thirty minutes and ask myself a critical question: "What part of my story can I work on?" In this way, I'm able to fix a weak beginning, or an awkward ending, and oftentimes both. Additionally, I'm better at not letting interruptions stop me, especially when I'm in the flow. A favorite response of mine now is: "Can it wait? I just need a few more minutes."

Tracking your writing time will also help you determine how long you might need to finish a project requested by a client or whether it's worth taking on in the first place. For example, I've discovered that it takes me about five hours to write a 1,000-word short story for children's magazines. This means that for a $100 story I'm making $20 per hour. When I had an idea for a magazine that paid only $50 per story, I knew I'd be working for less than minimum wage. I still wrote the story, but I did two things to help boost that amount: 1) I wrote with more focus, shaving 30 minutes off my usual time, and 2) I asked for more money and received $75. This meant that my hourly rate had increased from $10 to $16.67.

Keeping track of your writing time is as simple as using a timer or jotting down the time when you start and end each writing session. Then transfer your total into a four-column spreadsheet with headings for: Title, Writing Time, Date, and Notes (optional). Once your story is completed, add your daily totals and voilà! When you sell your story, you'll know exactly how much you made per hour.

And how much did I make with this article? I wrote in short bursts totaling about two hours, thus netting me $25 per hour. Not bad for someone who's never mastered the fine art of burger flipping! Although these numbers might not make me rich overnight, they're a great starting point for helping me set goals that will increase my bottom line down the road while improving my efficiency and productivity.

Bio: Pascale Duguay is a freelance writer, translator (French/English), high school librarian, and founder of ThePartTimeWriter.com. She lives in the lively bilingual community of the Quebec Eastern Townships.

COmpetitions

SERVICESCAPE SHORT STORY AWARD
https://www.servicescape.com/short-story-award
NO ENTRY FEE. Deadline November 30, 2018. For this award, any genre or theme of short story is accepted. All applicants should submit their original unpublished work of short fiction or nonfiction, 5,000 words or fewer, to be considered. Along with receiving an award for $1,000 USD, the winner will have his or her short story featured within our blog, which reaches thousands of readers per month.

EZRA JACK KEATS BOOK AWARD
http://www.ezra-jack-keats.org/h/about-the-ezra-jack-keats-book-award/
NO ENTRY FEE. TThe intent of the Award is to identify and encourage early talent. To be eligible, the author will have no more than three children’s picture books (including nonfiction, chapter, YA) published under any name prior to the one being considered. The award includes a prize of $1,000 for each winner in each category. Entries from publishers, based on the Award criteria, are welcomed throughout the year. The deadline for submission is December 31 of each year. The winners are announced at the EJK Book Award ceremony in April, during the Children’s Book Festival in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.

YALE DRAMA SERIES PLAYWRITING COMPETITION
http://dchornfoundation.org/competition-rules
NO ENTRY FEE. Deadline August 15, 2018. The winner of this annual competition will be awarded the David Charles Horn Prize of $10,000, publication of his/her manuscript by Yale University Press, and a staged reading at Lincoln Center's Claire Tow Theater. Submissions must be original, unpublished full-length plays written in English. Translations, musicals, adaptations, and children's plays are not accepted. The Yale Drama Series is intended to support emerging playwrights.

WRITER'S DIGEST POPULAR FICTION AWARDS
http://www.writersdigest.com/writers-digest-competitions/popular-fiction-awards
$25 ENTRY FEE. Deadline Septemver 14, 2018. Submit your best short stories in the 14th Annual Writer’s Digest Popular Fiction Awards for a chance to win $2,500 in cash, a featured interview in Writer’s Digest magazine, and a paid trip to the ever-popular Writer’s Digest Annual Conference in New York City. If you’re ready to take the next step in your writing career, choose your favorite categories — Romance, Thriller, Crime, Horror, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Young Adult — and enter your best short stories of 4,000 words or less. There will also be $500 first place prizes in each category.

WOW-WOMEN ON WRITING FLASH FICTION CONTEST
http://www.wow-womenonwriting.com/contest.php
$10 ENTRY FEE. Deadline August 31, 2018. The mission of this contest is to inspire creativity, great writing, and provide well-rewarded recognition to contestants. The contest is open globally; age is of no matter; and entries must be in English. We are open to all styles and genres of flash fictionThe mission of this contest is to inspire creativity, great writing, and provide well-rewarded recognition to contestants. The contest is open globally; age is of no matter; and entries must be in English. We are open to all styles and genres of flash fiction. Submit between 250 and 750 words. You can write about anything, as long as it’s within the word count and fiction. We’re open to any style and genre. From horror to romance.

GEMINI FLASH FICTION CONTEST
http://www.gemini-magazine.com/contest.html
$5 ENTRY FEE. Deadline August 31, 2018. First prize $1,000. Second prize $100. Four honorable mentioned of $25 each. Maximum length 1,000 words. Any subject, genre, or style. The six finalists will be published online.

TONY LOTHIAN PRIZE
https://www.biographers.club/project/the-tony-lothian-prize-2018/
£15 ENTRY FEE, Deadline August 30, 2018. The £2,000 Tony Lothian Prize (sponsored by her daughter, Elizabeth, Duchess of Buccleuch) supports uncommissioned first-time writers working on a biography. Proposals of no more than 20 pages (unbound), including synopsis, 10-page sample chapter (double-spaced, numbered pages), CV and note on the market for the book and competing literature are requested.

THE GALLEY BEGGAR PRESS SHORT STORY PRIZE
https://www.galleybeggar.co.uk/prize
£10 ENTRY FEE. Deadline September 30, 2018. The winning author will receive £1,000 or one year’s editorial support for a writing project. Shortlisted authors will each receive £150. Longlisted authors will receive £50 of book vouchers and a 4-book subscription to Galley Beggar Press. This year, there are also 70 free entries available to those on low-incomes (offered on a first-come, first-serve basis – and after emailing elly@galleybeggar.co.uk). Submissions must be no longer than 6,000 words.

EXETER FLASH FICTION CONTEST
http://www.creativewritingmatters.co.uk/2018-exeter-flash-competition.html
£6 ENTRY FEE. Deadline August 31, 2018. Entries are now invited for a story of not more than 750 words on any theme. The prizewinning stories will be published on the CreativeWritingMatters website. Entries must be in English. Entrants must be over 18 years of age. First Prize: £200. Second Prize £100. Third Prize £50.

GRANTS / FELLOWSHIPS / CROWDFUNDING

RED BULL ARTS DETROIT WRITING FELLOWSHIP
http://redbullarts.com/detroit/visiting-writer-fellowship/
Deadline August 24, 2018. Our Visiting Writer Fellowship offers a flexible way to engage with Detroit’s arts community. Red Bull Arts Detroit will provide travel to Detroit, accommodations, and a $2,000 stipend to develop a piece of writing and a public program. The Visiting Writer Fellowship takes place over a two-month period and allows for two visits to Detroit, the first for research, and the second to present a public program such as a talk, a workshop, or a similar initiative. (Thanks Erikadreifus.com)

ILLINOIS INDIVIDUAL ARTIST SUPPORT GRANTS
http://www.arts.illinois.gov/Individual%20Artist%20Support
Deadline May 19, 2018. The IAS program encompasses two different tracks. Each track has specific limitations and requirements. Artist Project Track - (IAS/AP) supports individual Illinois artists in the production and presentation of an artistic project. Applicants may request a maximum of 75 percent of the total cash expenses of the project up to $4,000. The minimum request is $500. Applicants must secure a cash match to cover the remaining costs. Professional Development Track - (IAC/PD) supports professional development opportunities related to an individual artist's career. Applicants can request grant amounts between $500 and $1,500 with no cash match required. This program has an open deadline and will support activities that occur by August 31, 2019. Applications must be received eight weeks prior to the start date as identified in the application. Applications are reviewed in the order in which they are received and will be accepted until funds are fully committed or by May 15, 2019.

ST. LOUIS GRANTS
https://racstl.org/grant/artists-fellowships/
Deadline August 30, 2018. Ten St. Louis artists working in varied disciplines are chosen by discipline readers and a Citizen Review Panel of professionals, peers, and RAC Commissioners each year. These fellowships are investments in the careers of St. Louis artists as well as in the cultural vitality of the region. Artists make substantial contributions to our community’s vibrancy by boosting creative problem-solving, pushing boundaries, provoking thought, and animating our neighborhoods and cultural institutions. These Artist Fellowships are designed to call attention to the depth and quality of the art being created in St. Louis and to amplify the work of ten outstanding St. Louis artists in varied disciplines each year. Each grant is $20,000.

TRADITIONAL ARTS TOURING GRANTS - SOUTH ARTS
https://www.southarts.org/grants/apply-for-a-grant/traditional-arts-touring/
Deadlines August 15, 2018 and December 5, 2018. The minimum grant request is $1,000. The maximum request is $5,000. Traditional arts are learned orally, or by observation and imitation, often through a master artist instructing an apprentice. They are usually maintained without formal instruction or academic training. The Traditional Arts Grant Program works to increase the public awareness, understanding and appreciation of the traditional arts in the South, through funding projects that bring a traditional artist/ensemble and a scholar/folklorist for multi-day residencies in Southern communities.

HEDGEBROOK SONGWRITERS RESIDENCY
http://www.hedgebrook.org/songwriters-residency/
Songwriters come to Hedgebrook for unprecedented time to be in residence, unplug from life on the road and in the studio, and to focus on writing new music. Here they immerse themselves in their creative process, fueled by organic meals prepared by Hedgebrook’s chefs shared each evening at the Farmhouse table, and time in their own cottage in the woods. Six songwriters are chosen each year through an international nominations process by people in the music industry.

MILLAY COLONY FOR THE ARTS
https://www.millaycolony.org/programs/residencies-artists-millay-colony-arts/
Deadline October 1, 2018. The Millay Colony is an artists residency program in Upstate New York. We welcome six to seven visual artists, writers and composers each month between April and November. We offer a number of flexible residency formats. all including a private bedroom and studio as well as all meals. We welcome artists of all ages, from all cultures and communities, and in all stages of their career.

JENTEL
http://jentelarts.org/apply/
Deadline September 15, 2018. Residencies are intended as professional development opportunities for writers in all genres and visual artists in all media. Artists and writers over 25 residing in the United States and US citizens abroad are eligible. The Jentel Artist Residency Program is located on a 1,000-acre plus working cattle ranch 20 miles southeast of Sheridan, Wyoming. (Population 17,444). A monthly stipend of $400 is awarded to residents.

BRUSH CREEK FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS
https://www.brushcreekarts.org/
Deadline September 1, 2018. Brush Creek Arts Foundation enables artists to professionally develop their work in a relaxing and inspiring setting. Writers, visual artists, performance artists, musicians and composers are encouraged to apply for our three week artist residency programs, complete with lodging, meals, working facilities and incredible natural beauty. Location Saratoga, Wyoming.

BLUE MOUNTAIN CENTER
http://www.bluemountaincenter.org/programs/
The next application period will open November 1, 2018 for the 2019 season. Residencies are open to creative and non-fiction writers, activists, and artists of all disciplines—including composers, filmmakers, and visual artists who do not require exceptional facilities. Each session is four weeks long. There is no cost. Guest rooms are simple and comfortable. Residents are lodged in individual bedroom/studies in the Main House or the Grey Cottage. Location Blue Mountain Lake, NY.

FREELANCE MARKETS

ZIZZLE LIT
http://zizzlelit.com/submit/
At Zizzle we look for stories that will surprise, move, and amuse both young and mature imaginative minds. We like fiction that dives deep into meaning and resists banality. We seek flash fiction of 500 to 1,200 words that not only appeals to children as young as age 10 (grade 5), but to grown-ups as well. We pay a flat rate of US $100 for each accepted flash fiction piece. (Thanks Erikadreifus.com)

IMAGES ARIZONA MAGAZINE
https://imagesarizona.com/contact-us/
https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=49f9303f776e4e40
If you’d love to connect with people and share their stories with a dynamic North Valley community, you may be what we’re looking for. Images Arizona magazine is recruiting talented freelance writers to focus on visual and performing arts, home design, great food and other topics that bring our Paradise Valley, North Scottsdale, Carefree, Cave Creek and Anthem communities together as neighbors and friends. Our magazine has a reputation for striking photography and well-written stories that focus on the passions and journeys of people who are making a positive difference.

JAMES PUBLISHING SEEKS FREELANCERS
http://www.jamespublishing.com
https://www.bloggingpro.com/job/james-publishing-work-from-home-2309-20-25-word-for-law-firm-marketing-case-studies/
We seek marketing case studies about successful law firm owners describing what they are doing to obtain clients — what has worked and what has not. Target article length: 1,500 – 2,500 words. Over 70 examples of what we are looking for can be found at jamestoolbox.com/case-studies/ An interview is required, which is the challenging part, for lawyers are busy people. We recommend you contact several law firms for each case study you want to create. We will pay you $.20/word for your first case study. If satisfactory, we will pay you $.25/word for future case studies. We have been in business since 1981, and you may learn more about us at www.jamespublishing.com and www.jamesattorneymarketing.com. If interested, send your resume and two relevant writing samples to jim@jamespublishing.com.

NEW HAVEN BIZ
https://www.journalismjobs.com/1646243-freelance-writers-new-haven-biz
New Haven Biz seeks writers who are strong stylists with an active voice that demands being read. Beyond the ability to push a noun against a verb, we seek REPORTERS who are not afraid of digging up hard-to-get info and going beyond PR puffery. This is a regular freelance gig that could turn into something more. You must be physically located in southern Connecticut. Send résumé, clips and three local business story ideas to New Haven Biz Editor Michael Bingham at mbingham@newhavenbiz.com.

HEALTHANCHOR
https://www.journalismjobs.com/1639134-health--medical-writer-remote-healthanchor
HealthAnchor helps people take their health into their own hands. We provide well-researched and evidence-based information about health questions, products, and services. We are looking for high-quality writers and editors to join our team. You can see an example article here: https://healthanchor.com/best-magnesium . Work is project-based and pay equivalent to $15 - $25 per hour, depending on experience and position. Opportunity for raises and promotions with proven high-quality work over time. Work part time or full time, and make your own hours. This opportunity is remote and freelance. Medical and/or health experience preferrred but not required.

C&G NEWSPAPERS
https://www.journalismjobs.com/1645948-freelance-writer-c--g-publishing
C&G Newspapers is looking for freelancers to write sponsored content for special advertising sections. Candidates must have solid writing skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Most interviews are with business owners and done either in person or over the phone. Interview times vary so candidates must have a flexible schedule. Candidates must also have professional writing experience. C&G is Michigan’s largest direct mail newspaper group, publishing 19 newspapers in the metro Detroit area with a combined circulation of 600,000.

NORTHWEST CURRENT NEWSPAPERS
https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=46ed0479cba1513b
The Northwest Current's new management seeks to build a team of freelancers to cover everything from the nuts and bolts of committee meetings to feature stories on people, places, the arts, business, sports. We have stories to assign but are wide open to your ideas. Payment starts at ten cents per word with raises available for reliable, talented writers. Journalism experience preferred but not mandatory, students welcome.

KEEP SPREADING THE WORD MAGAZINE
https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=ff12c6da2f9e763e
We print a monthly magazine that is mailed thru the postal service to just the top 500 real estate agents in the Silicon Valley. This is a remote position. We have two to four positions available for writers who would take my interviews with those agents and create story content. The goal of the story is a balanced tale of their personal and professional lives. Under 400 words pays $35. Articles up to 400 words pay $60. Articles up to 700 words pay $75. Articles up to 1,000 words pay $90. Articles 1,000-1,500 words $110.

THE WEEKLY STORY EDITOR
https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f0bd44350b05f7af
We are looking to hire some of the best storytellers in journalism to play a key role in bringing The New York Times’s new weekly TV new show to life. Experience in television is not a must; strong news judgment, a strong collaborative approach and meaningful experience in narrative storytelling is far more important. The story editor should be able to collaborate with journalists across the newsroom to help turn their reporting into gripping, can’t-miss stories that people watch from beginning to end.

Publishers/agents

ANDREWS McMEEL
http://publishing.andrewsmcmeel.com/our-company/submissions
Andrews McMeel Publishing (AMP) is a leading publisher of humor, inspiration, poetry, and middle grade children's books, publishing as many as 150 new titles annually. AMP is also the premier calendar publisher in the country, annually publishing calendars based on many top-selling properties. We're always looking for new authors and new book and calendar ideas.

DOUGLAS & McINTYRE
http://www.douglas-mcintyre.com/submissions
We publish predominately Canadian authors. We offer full distribution across Canada and into the U.S. and U.K. where appropriate. Foreign language rights and subsidiary rights (film, etc.) are actively marketed. Specializes in nonfiction but accepts some fiction. Aboriginal Art, Architecture, Art, Atlases, Autobiography, Biography, Business, Canadian Culture, Children's Books, Cultural Studies, Current Affairs, Environment, Fiction, First Nations, Fishing, Food and Wine, Games, General Nonfiction, Guidebooks, Health & Fitness, History, Hockey, Humour, Personal Memoir, Military History, Natural History, Nature, Photography, Politics, Religion, Science, Sports & Recreation, Travel, and Urban Planning.

GIBBS-SMITH
https://www.gibbs-smith.com/submissions
Our main emphasis is on interior design, architecture, children's, and cookbooks. Additionally, we accept submissions in the following subjects: arts and crafts, western humor with general appeal, general humor, and gift books. We are accepting submissions for children's activity books, board books, and picture books.

PAULIST PRESS
http://www.paulistpress.com/Pages/Center/auth_res_0.aspx
Paulist Press is affiliated with the Catholic Church. They publish four categories of books: Academic, Childrens, Popular, and Professional/Clergy.

CITY LIGHTS PUBLISHERS
http://www.citylights.com/publishing/?fa=publishing_manuscripts
City Lights Books is an independent publisher of fiction, essays, memoirs, translations, poetry, and books on social and political issues. We do not publish New Age, self-help, children’s literature, how-to guides, or genre works such as romance, westerns, or science fiction. City Lights does not accept unsolicited manuscripts. We do consider book proposals.

DIVERSION BOOKS
http://www.diversionbooks.com/
Diversion aspires to publish fifty new titles per year in both fiction and nonfiction, and sales to the trade are handled by Ingram Publisher Services. Please send a query letter and three sample chapters, as well as any marketing information, in the body of an email. Please do not send attachments. Nonfiction topics: Biography, Memoir, Business, Current Events, General, History, Self-Help, Sports, True Crime. Fiction topics: Classics, General, Mystery, Thriller, Romance, Scifi, Fantasy, Women's Fiction, YA.