Christian Author Resources
Additional Literary Resources to assist with writing, publishing and marketing your book. (All "About" excerpts are directly from the organization's Web site.)
Christian Writers Guild
http://www.christianwritersguild.com/
Excerpt about the CWG: Mission Statement: The Christian Writers Guild exists to educate, train, and support writers who desire to promote a biblically based, Christian worldview.
FaithWriters.com
http://www.faithwriters.com/
Excerpt about FaithWriters: The premier site for Christian writers. Christian writers from all backgrounds are taking advantage of our free membership and the complete suite of services we offer featuring freelance writing opportunities, writer forums, writing critiques, writing contests, Christian poetry and free writing courses!
We are a multi-service ministry for the Christian writer that provides a platform for writers to start an on online writing ministry as well as develop their writing skills. We want our members to receive the best information available to help them improve their writing skills.
Christian Writers Fellowship International http://www.cwfi-online.org/
Excerpt about CWFI: Christian Writers Fellowship International is a multi-service ministry to Christians in publishing. For 30 years we have encouraged and equipped writers to minister to readers with writing of the highest biblical and professional standards. We encourage them to make Jesus Christ - His love and gift of salvation - the centerpiece of every writing, teaching, and speaking opportunity. We urge them to use their writing and speaking gifts to do their part in fulfilling the Great Commission.
We CAN Market our Books
http://canblog.typepad.com/
Excerpt about the site: We are a group of writers who belong to CAN, the Christian Authors Network, who are passionate about writing. As published authors, we long to share our victories and struggles with regards to marketing and promotion. No one really ever told us about this part of the business of writing, so, like you, we are learners. Won't you learn alongside us?
Christian Radio.com
http://www.christianradio.com/network.asp
Excerpt about Christian Radio.com: Your source for Christian Radio on the Web
Writers Roundtable
http://forums.christianity.com/Writers_Roundtable/forumid_37/tt.htm
Excerpt about the Writers Roundtable, a forum on Christianity.com:
You've always known you have a gift for writing, and you want to learn how to apply it. Post your own original work for critique or share insights with other writers who share your call.
Crosswalk.com
http://www.crosswalk.com/
Excerpt about the site: The Intersection of Faith and Life – Devotionals, Christian Living, Music, Movies, Family, Blogs, Forums and More
InScribe Christian Writers' Fellowship
http://www.inscribe.org
Excerpt about InScribe: Canada 's first national group — to stimulate, encourage and support your writing ministry! ICWF started in Alberta in 1983 as "Alberta Christian Writers' Fellowship." … We now have members in every province and two territories, including unpublished beginners, those who write for fun, writers employed as reporters or editors and many freelancers. We write in almost every genre, including short stories, books, poetry, magazine articles, newspaper columns, technical articles, stories for children and youth, and even fantasy.
Dallas Christian Writers Guild
http://www.dallaschristianwriters.com/
Excerpt about the site: Dallas Christian Writers Guild was established as Southwestern Christian Writers Guild in 1986 … We exist to provide: Education on writing and marketing skills, a place where Christian writers can find encouragement and support, and effective critique to help writers improve their work.
Christian Writers Information Network
http://www.christianwritersinfo.net
Excerpt about the Writers Information Network: "It is our hope that we can provide you with information, advice, help, critique, and resources for Christian writers and authors." Writers Information Network is a Professional Christian Writers Association organized in 1983 in Seattle, Washington to: provide a much needed link between Christian writers and editors/publishers of the religious publishing industry; further professional development in writing and marketing skills of Christian writers; and provide a meeting ground of encouragement and fellowship for persons engaged in Christian writing and speaking.
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Additional Secular Writing Resources:
The Association of Writers and Writing Programs http://www.awpwriter.org/
Excerpt about AWP: The mission of The Association of Writers & Writing Programs is to foster literary talent and achievement, to advance the art of writing as essential to a good education, and to serve the makers, teachers, students, and readers of contemporary writing.
Freelance Writing
http://www.freelancewriting.com/
About Freelance Writing: Learn about freelance writing. Find freelance writing jobs. Learn how to freelance.
The Authors Guild
http://www.authorsguild.org/
Excerpt about the Authors Guild: The Authors Guild has been the nation's leading advocate for writers' interests in effective copyright protection, fair contracts and free expression since it was founded as the Authors League of America in 1912. It provides legal assistance and a broad range of web services to its members.
CLMP : Council of Literary Magazines and Presses http://www.clmp.org/index.html
Excerpt about CLMP: The Council of Literary Magazines and Presses serves one of the most active segments of American arts and culture: the independent publishers of exceptional fiction, poetry and prose. Literary magazines and presses accomplish the backstage work of American literature: discovering new writers; supporting mid-career writers; publishing the creative voices of communities underrepresented in the mainstream commercial culture; and preserving literature for future readers by keeping books in print.
Write Habit: Sit Down and Write
http://www.writehabit.org
About Write Habit: To grow as a writer, you have to sit down and write—a simple truth that is not so simple to follow. Write Habit's mission is to provide writers with tips and tools to help them get ahead. Getting ahead means writing regularly and publishing work, two things that Write Habit aims to help you do better.
Book Marketing Network: The network for book authors and publishers
http://bookmarket.ning.com/
About Book Marketing Network: A place to share, a place to give, a place to pass it on. For book authors, self-publishers, book publishers, publicists, marketers, and others involved in writing, publishing, and marketing books.
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