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 →
September 2017 Contest Roundup
So, a crazy thing happened last month... I got a full time job. I haven't had one of those in at least 20 years. I've been mostly working for myself all this time. But hey, it's a really cool job and it has to do with books (of course it does, that's why it's... Continue Reading →
The Right Contest for You and Your Manuscript
This post was written by Maria Frazer. Every month, Sub It Club features a list of upcoming contests for writers. In fact, that's how I found out about Sub It Club in the first place. There are different kinds of contests and it's up to you to determine which ones might be best for you. Let's talk... Continue Reading →
April 2017 Contest Roundup
Contests! I've added quite a few new ones to the list this month. As always, you'll find them in date order. Members of our Sub It Club Submission Support Group are welcome to post their pitches and queries in the group for feedback anytime so be sure to join if you aren't already there. Best of luck on... Continue Reading →
October 2016 Contest Roundup
If there is a Twitter pitch season this seems to be it! There are lots of opportunities coming up in the next few months, especially Twitter pitch days. (If you aren't up on how to take part in Twitter pitch contests check out How to #Pitmad.) There are even some opportunities for illustrators. Hurrah! With... Continue Reading →
September 2016 Contest Roundup
There are some great new opportunities listed in this month's Roundup but after reading through so many pitch contest guidelines I want to give a reminder: just because you get a request during a pitch day it does not mean that you have to submit. That's right. YOU choose. If you get a request, research... Continue Reading →