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WRITE AT HOME NEWS
http://www.writeathomenews.com
We want unique perspectives in our stories. We want stories
about issues we all face, but written with a personal touch. If your story has
made you laugh, cry, or think about an issue in a different way - then, we want
to print and share it with our readers. 250-500 words. See theme listing. $30
pay.
ORION
A magazine about the issues of our time-how we live, what we value, what
sustains us. Published six times a year, it is a forum for ideas about creating
a healthy planet and healthy human communities. Orion publishes nonfiction,
short stories, interviews, poetry, reviews, and imagery related to this
exploration. Orion is meant as a lively, informative, and provocative dialogue,
and we look for compelling writing that connects readers to important issues. We
do not publish material that is academic or theoretical. Orion's feature
articles and departments are open to submissions from freelance writers. From
$400 to $1000 for feature-length articles. Payment is made upon acceptance.
Orion purchases first North American serial rights.
http://www.oriononline.org/pages/om/omguidelines.html
Anminals in Poetry Anthology Poetry Competition
Seeking poems on animals. All submissions considered for publication;
No poems returned. All notices SASE; FIRST PRIZE $50.00 plus 5
copies. All published poems receive copy of anthology. Reading
fee $4.00 per poem or $10 for three poems.
Details:
DEADLINE: APRIL 30, 2003
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS:
"Laughing & Learning: Adventures in Parenting"
Seeking true, heart-warming, funny stories
involving children,
especially if the stories can help children (or parents) learn something. For
example, the lengths parents will go to for their children: Once my son wanted
Power Ranger sandals so badly that I sat at work during my lunch hour and
colored Power Ranger stickers to put on a regular pair of sandals. Other
examples would be avoiding miscommunications, teaching your child to share or to
be aware of other people's feelings, learning to see the world through your
child's eyes, etc. 10% of the proceeds from this book will be donated to a
children's charity (the charity will be announced later, as that is still being
determined). Payment: $10 upon acceptance and one copy of the book upon its
publication. Word count should be 100 to 1000 words; but if you need more to
complete your story, we'll try to ! work something out. Buys one-time rights.
Send submissions to: Gayle Trent, Editor, Grace Abraham Publishing, 13335
Holbrook St., Bristol, VA 24202 or via e-mail to gd830@hotmail.com
Deadline: June 1, 2003
THE HEALING POWER OF STORY: CALL FOR INSPIRING TRUE STORIES
The publisher of the acclaimed book series A Cup of Comfort now sponsors several
inspiring true-story contests each year. Every contest results in the
publication of an anthology consisting of 50 or more creative nonfiction stories
about the people and events that bring comfort, joy, and meaning to our lives.
One grand prize of $500 is awarded for each contest/anthology, and a fee of $100
is paid for each published story. Each contributor also receives a complimentary
copy of the volume in which their stroy is published.
We are currently compiling and seeking submissions for the following volumes:
A CUP OF COMFORT FOR TEACHERS
Heartwarming stories honoring exceptional teachers and mentors; celebrating the
joys and rewards of teaching; and dedicated teachers who've overcome challenges
and/or helped difficult students.
Submission Deadline: April 15, 2003
A CUP OF COMFORT FOR COURAGE
Positive and poignant stories about everyday heroes, in their own lives or in
the lives of others; facing life's challenges (including disease, disability,
death) with courage, dignity, compassion, and grace; taking chances; doing the
right and noble thing, against the odds or against the grain.
Submission Deadline: May 15, 2003
A CUP OF COMFORT FOR SISTERS
Inspiring and/or upbeat, humorous and/or heartwarming stories celebrating the
magical (and sometimes maddening) bond between sisters, and/or revealing the
life-defining experiences and special moments shared by sisters.
Submission Deadline: June 2003
NOTE: Semifinalists are selected throughout the submission period, so early
entry is encouraged. Submission deadlines are sometimes extended to secure the
acquisition of a sufficient quantity and balanced mix of compelling and relevent
stories.
Additional volumes are planned. Potential themes include: compassion, gratitude,
bereavement, couples, fathers, sisters, twins, blended families, adoptive
families, children of divorce, animal lovers, baby boomers, seniors, new
parents, newlyweds, and more.
Story Length: 1000-2000 words
Stories must be original, positive, based on real people and events, and in
English.
Preference given to anecdotal and emotionally evocative creative nonfiction
stories and narrative essays. Please, no flowerly prose, poetry, journalistic
articles, testimonials, profiles, or fiction.
Simultaneous and previously published submissions accepted, with the exception
of mass-market anthologies.
Aspiring and published writers welcome.
For guidelines: wordsinger@aol.com; SASE to P. O. Box 863, Eugene, Oregon 97440,
USA; or
http://www.cupofcomfort.com
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