With a new year upon us comes the opportunity to start submitting with a renewed feeling of hope and optimism. You haven't gotten any rejections in 2017! (Ahem. I know because I'm still posting this in 2016.) Entering some contests could be a great way to kick things off. It seems there's a listing in... 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 →
June 2016 Contest Roundup
It's time for another Roundup filled with great opportunities. Of course, you should never submit your work without feedback. We invite everyone to join our Sub It Club Critique Partner Matchup group where you can find people working in the same genre as you to trade work with. I also found a fun opportunity to... Continue Reading →
May 2016 Contest Roundup
I'm late! I'm late with the Contest Roundup! But hey, life has been busy. Luckily you haven't missed out on any contests yet. The first listing is on May 3rd! There are lots of new contest listings this month, and lots of opportunities for diverse writers. Here's hoping you'll find at least one contest that's right for... 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 →