100 Word Writing Contest

Want to win a free 10-week online writing workshop from WritingClasses.com? Write a 100-word piece of any topic and in any form (fiction, nonfiction, poetry) and submit an entry to the 100 Word Writing Contest.

Aside from the free online writing class, the winner will also get the chance to publish his 'vigorously written and concise' piece in the Gotham Winter 2009 brochure.

New Poll: What's your most profitable writing gig?

I've set up a new poll to find out which writing gigs on the Web offer more income for writers. This is to help me develop new topics and write more relevant posts for our readers.

Please take the time to answer the poll (see sidebar) "What's your most profitable writing gig?" You can have multiple answers. Thanks, and have a great week writing!

PinoyWriters Global Network

Filipino writers from around the globe, I'm inviting you to join the Pinoywriters Global Network. At PGN you can chat with other Filipino writers, join online writing workshops, and get tips on how you can achieve your creative/writing goals.   

You have to be invited by a member (that would be me!) to be able to register.  If you're interested, send me an e-mail (helloconnie AT gmail.com) with "pinoywriters" as subject. 

I hope to hear from you!

Write for BFK

Books for Kiddies is accepting book reviews and articles from bloggers/writers who have passion for children's literature. Your original piece should contain at least 250 words and may be edited for brevity and clarity. To have a feel of the type of articles BKF publishes, check the blog's posting categories.

You won't get paid for your article (oh, no!) but you'll be allowed to promote your web site, products/services or cause through a resource box.

Send your articles and book reviews to helloconnie AT gmail.com. You may attach a .doc file or simply paste the text on the body of your e-mail.

E! Online Needs a Freelance Copy Editor

E! Online, a top entertainment website providing the latest daily news and celebrity gossip, is looking for a freelance copy editor. Duties include copyediting daily blog items and photo galleries; coordinating with various departments; and managing message board content.

You must have two or more years of copyediting experience, familiarity with online publishing and AP style, and be available to work flexible awards (including holidays!).

For more details on this job, go to JournalismJobs.com.

New E-zine Needs Green Essays

A new e-zine entitled "New Earth Rising" is in need of original green writing. You won't get any writer's fee upon publication, but your work will be read by a large international audience.

More details at Write Life Guide.