1. Absolute Write Forums
Want help researching for your story? Some feedback on your poem or query letter? Looking for a critique partner? Just want to talk craft? Then hop on the forums and get to talking with other writers at all stages of their career--from those just starting to people with several published books under their belts!
2. Operation Awesome
Blog-style with several writers who contribute. Probably the best feature here is the Mystery Agent contest each month, where you can pitch a completed manuscript and see if the agent is interested! In addition to that, though, there are posts every day with different perspectives on craft and other writing-centric fun. Check it out.
3. Manuscript Wishlist
This site is fairly new, but it is a great tool for any writer looking for representation. Find agents who represent the genre you want to query. Bonus? Unlike some resources that only list genres of interest, this database includes whole paragraphs to give you a better idea of whether or not an agent might be the right fit for you. So go give it a look-see.
4. Query Tracker
A huge database that lets you comb through agents and publishers to get an idea of who's out there in the industry. While it may not be as detailed as Manuscript Wishlist, there is a wide variety of options to look at on this site. You can even keep a list on the site of who you're querying!
5. Self-Awareness Job Board
Maybe you're looking for a position in the publishing industry. From Editorial Assistants and Copywriters to Publicists and Sales Representatives, this database can help you locate and apply to a myriad of jobs on the market. Bonus? They also publish two newsletters--one general, one specific to folks in the publishing industry.
Want help researching for your story? Some feedback on your poem or query letter? Looking for a critique partner? Just want to talk craft? Then hop on the forums and get to talking with other writers at all stages of their career--from those just starting to people with several published books under their belts!
2. Operation Awesome
Blog-style with several writers who contribute. Probably the best feature here is the Mystery Agent contest each month, where you can pitch a completed manuscript and see if the agent is interested! In addition to that, though, there are posts every day with different perspectives on craft and other writing-centric fun. Check it out.
3. Manuscript Wishlist
This site is fairly new, but it is a great tool for any writer looking for representation. Find agents who represent the genre you want to query. Bonus? Unlike some resources that only list genres of interest, this database includes whole paragraphs to give you a better idea of whether or not an agent might be the right fit for you. So go give it a look-see.
4. Query Tracker
A huge database that lets you comb through agents and publishers to get an idea of who's out there in the industry. While it may not be as detailed as Manuscript Wishlist, there is a wide variety of options to look at on this site. You can even keep a list on the site of who you're querying!
5. Self-Awareness Job Board
Maybe you're looking for a position in the publishing industry. From Editorial Assistants and Copywriters to Publicists and Sales Representatives, this database can help you locate and apply to a myriad of jobs on the market. Bonus? They also publish two newsletters--one general, one specific to folks in the publishing industry.