As you may have noticed, we don't do the monthly Contest Roundup anymore, but that's because we have something better: The Contest Roundup Calendar! I just added a bunch of contests through the end of the year so it seems like a good time for a reminder that this resource is still here for you.... Continue Reading →
A brief story: A few years ago, I started researching agents (read more about my process here). Before I sent out my first queries, I heard about an upcoming Twitter pitch contest and entered on a whim. I got a favorite (an invitation to send the manuscript), but not from an agent at the top... Continue Reading →
Hello there all you lovely writers and illustrators, have I got some news for you! I've finally put together something I've wanted to do for a very long time. The Contest Roundup is now a calendar page here on the Sub It Club website! I'm really excited about this because I love calendars. Also, and probably... Continue Reading →
Are you ready to enter some pitch contests? But what if you're not sure how? It seems like a good time for a reminder that we have some helpful posts right here on the blog: How to Pitmad Have Yourself a Merry Little Pitmad Didn't Get a Pitmad Request? That's Okay! Twitter Pitch Tips from... Continue Reading →
With the month of love upon us it seems that a number of new pitch opportunities have been inspired, so you romance writers are in luck! Writing in other genres? You'll find some love here in the February Contest Roundup as well. There's opportunities for nonfiction, children's through adult fiction, illustrators, first generation residents, short... Continue Reading →
I love starting fresh with a big zero rejections in the new year. I don't have any yet, but I hope to get some in 2018. Why? Because that means I'm getting my work out there! You can't reach that goal of publication without weathering some rejections. So don't be afraid. If your work is ready... Continue Reading →
