Here is a list of resources and organizations which we have found helpful in our own publishing careers. We hope you find them useful to you as well!
Offering timely advice in an era when the burden of production and publicity frequently falls on authors, this essential reference reflects on methods for being focused, productive, and savvy in the craft of writing. Discusses topics such as personal space versus public space, deadlines, and networking, the benefits of interacting with readers through new technologies.
Visit the Booklife website, or purchase Booklife at Amazon.
SFWA
SFWA, short for “Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America,” an organization for professional science fiction and fantasy authors in the United States.
RWA
RWA, short for “Romance Writers of America,” an organization for professional romance authors in the United States.
MWA
MWA, short for “Mystery Writers of America,” an organization for professional mystery authors in the United States.
SCBWI
Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators: The international professional organization for writers and illustrators of children’s literature since 1971.
Absolute Write Forums
A forum dedicated to all kinds of publishing information, populated by newbies and seasoned veterans.
Writer Beware
A publishing industry watchdog group sponsored by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America with additional support from the Mystery Writers of America, shines a bright light into the dark corners of the shadow-world of literary scams, schemes, and pitfalls.
Preditors & Editors
A guide to publishers and publishing services for serious writers since 1997.
Inkpunks
Collective of authors, free-thinkers, and creative professionals.
Functional Nerds
Functional Nerds is the new podcast from author/blogger Patrick Hester and musician/blogger John Anealio focusing on science fiction and fantasy media.
SF Signal
Science fiction and fantasy weblog including news, reviews and points of view.
John Klima
With nearly twenty years of publishing experience, John Klima offers editorial services.
