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 about a few different types of contests,... 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 →
April 2016 Contest Roundup
Pitching can be tough! It can take a lot of time, effort, and skill to put together a short, tight pitch that really sells your work. McIntosh & Otis agent, Shira Hoffman, recently posted some great information on the agency website that she took from a pitch workshop she did. Check out The Art of... Continue Reading →
March 2016 Contest Roundup
In this month's Roundup, as always, there are lots of contests to pitch and/or submit your work to. There are opportunities to try new things like writing for a specific contest prompt. But if you don't have time or are not ready, don't feel rushed! There are always more opportunities to come. Agents and publishers... Continue Reading →
