Titles matter. Originally, this short article was to be "Autumn Opportunities", then "Chestnuts" but "Chestnuts" or "Old Chestnuts" seemed uncivil. Hence the addition of "No..."
Starting on Tuesday, October 13th, the Authors Guild is running a series of conversations on Zoom, "From Manuscript to Marketplace."
This is the registration link. It does not appear that participants have to be members. It ought to be particularly helpful for new writers who wish to learn more about the nuts and bolts of writing and publishing.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__opetkkzSAeLQK3uypENRA
There is an old chestnut of an entry theme mentioned in the "Don't Do" details about the Writers Weekly 24 Hour short story contest. Only the first 500 entrants may compete for 85 prizes. Entry fee is $5 and the 24-hour contest begins on Saturday January 9th, 2021.
https://24hourshortstorycontest.com/
If writing a short story within 24 hours seems like an adrenalin rush, try a full length novel from start to finish in 30 days. That is National Novel Writing Month, every November. Read all about it. Sign up. I don't believe that you have to donate to the charity. Even if you don't participate, there are some excellent pep talks to inspire and motivate.
There are many regional sub-chapters with events and support, so if you are a procrastinator, this might be the event that gets that first draft done.
All the best,
Rowena Cherry www.spacesnark.com
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