{"id":45,"date":"2016-04-08T23:48:37","date_gmt":"2016-04-08T23:48:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/talesfromthelake.wordpress.com\/?page_id=45"},"modified":"2026-03-19T22:34:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T22:34:27","slug":"tips-from-insecure-writers-support-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.talesfromthelake.org\/index.php\/tips-from-insecure-writers-support-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips from Insecure Writers Support Group"},"content":{"rendered":"
\nWriter\u2019s Knowledge Base<\/a><\/b>
\nLinks to thousands of articles about writing, publishing, and promoting <\/b><\/p>\n

Elizabeth S. Craig<\/a><\/b>
\nTips for mystery writers and beyond<\/b><\/p>\n

Writers Digest<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips, information, listings, and education<\/b> <\/p>\n

One Stop For Writers<\/a><\/b>
\nA powerhouse of reference tools, descriptive thesauri, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Writers Helping Writers<\/a><\/b>
\nIn depth writing tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Kathy Temean<\/a><\/b>
\nInformation about writing and illustrating for children<\/b><\/p>\n

YA Highway<\/a><\/b>
\nDetailed writing tips for YA writers and authors<\/b><\/p>\n

Anne R. Allen<\/a><\/b>
\nFrom writing to marketing \u2013 great tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Janice Hardy\u2019s Fiction University<\/a><\/b>
\nTips on planning, writing, editing, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

diyMFA<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips, classes, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

The Flying Wrestler<\/a><\/b>
\nScreenwriting tips, events, classes, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Plot Whisperer<\/a> <\/b>
\nWriting and plotting tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Ink Pageant<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting and book tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Live Write Thrive<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips from author and editor C.S. Lakin<\/b><\/p>\n

Helping Writers Become Authors<\/a><\/b>
\nGrammar, writing tips, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Funds for Writers<\/a><\/b>
\nOnline resource for writers<\/b><\/p>\n

Moody Writing<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips <\/b><\/p>\n

Karen Woodward<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Writer unBoxed<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Warrior Writers<\/a><\/b>
\nAuthor Kristen Lamb offers tips on writing, marketing, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Write to Done<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Jane Friedman<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Creative Writing Now<\/a><\/b>
\nHow to write a novel, script, poetry, etc., plus prompts <\/b><\/p>\n

Novel Writing Help<\/a><\/b>
\nResources from writing to publishing<\/b><\/p>\n

No Wasted Ink<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and self-publishing resources<\/b><\/p>\n

Advanced Fiction Writing<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Write it Sideways<\/a><\/b>
\nIn depth writing tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Write Search<\/a><\/b>
\nSearch engine for writing tips<\/b><\/p>\n

How to Write Shop<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips, marketing, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Jami Gold<\/a><\/b>
\nWriter worksheets, workshops, services, and tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Goins, Writer<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting and creativity tips<\/b><\/p>\n

The Novel Factory<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips for beginners<\/b><\/p>\n

How to Write a Novel<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and resources<\/b><\/p>\n

How to Write a Book Now<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips, Q&A, and more<\/b>
\n<\/b><\/p>\n

Daily Writing Tips<\/a><\/b>
\nGrammar, punctuation, and competitions<\/b><\/p>\n

Backspace<\/a><\/b>
\nArticles on everything from writing to agents to book covers to marketing<\/b><\/p>\n

My Writers Circle<\/a><\/b>
\nForum for writers with information and critique options<\/b><\/p>\n

The Blood Red Pencil<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Story Fix<\/a><\/b>
\nDetailed writing and story structure tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Writing Forward<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips<\/b><\/p>\n

The Book Designer<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips, plus marketing, self-publishing, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Better Novel Project<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Writers in the Storm<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Creativity Portal<\/a><\/b>
\nCovers every type of writing from poetry to screenplays to greeting cards and beyond. <\/b><\/p>\n

The Purple Crayon<\/a><\/b>
\nHelpful articles on writing, illustrating, and publishing children’s books<\/b><\/p>\n

Horror Writers Association<\/a><\/b>
\nTips for horror writers<\/b><\/p>\n

Linda Rohrbough<\/a><\/b>
\nAuthor Linda Rohrbough shares writing tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Cec Murphy\u2019s Writer to Writer<\/a><\/b>
\nChristian author Cec Murphy gives commonsense tips on the basics, from writing to promotion.<\/b><\/p>\n

Catherine Ryan Howard<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and more <\/b><\/p>\n

The Write Life<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting and blog tips<\/b><\/p>\n

The Creative Penn<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting, marketing, and self-publishing tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Make A Living Writing<\/a><\/b>
\nFreelance writing tips and more <\/b><\/p>\n

Better Novel Project<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips from deconstructing best sellers<\/b><\/p>\n

David Villalva<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips and plot structure<\/b><\/p>\n

Writer\u2019s Gambit<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips, plus marketing and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Michael Dellert<\/a><\/b>
\nWriting tips, Novel Writing Challenge, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Madness of a Modern Writer<\/a><\/b>
\nLarge list of writing articles and tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Dan Koboldt<\/a><\/b>
\nScience in science fiction\/fact in fantasy information for authors<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nWriting and Illustrating<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing tips and illustrating tricks for children\u2019s books<\/b><\/p>\n

Quips and Tips for Successful Writers<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing and blogging tips<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nWriter Pitch<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Community for writers<\/b><\/p>\n

Novel Rocket<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing tips<\/b><\/p>\n

Creative Writing with the Crimson League<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nBestseller Labs<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing tips and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Kill Zone Authors<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Group of authors provide writing tips, marketing tips, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Grammar Book<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Grammar tips, information, and database<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nGrammar Slammer<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Grammar tips and information<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nMerriam-Webster<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Dictionary and thesaurus<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nAcronym Finder<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Find out what any acronym, abbreviation, or initial stands for<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nGoogle Trends<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

See what\u2019s trending now<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nGod Checker<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Database of all known gods<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nInformED<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

The four style guides, their use, and large list of resources<\/b><\/p>\n

Pro Writing Aid<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Free and paid writing aids<\/b>
\nFor Teen Writers: <\/span><\/b><\/span><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nTeen Ink<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Magazine, website & books written by teens since 1989<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nYoung Writers Society<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

A site for age 13+ writers to share fiction and poetry. <\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nFigment<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

A great site to upload your writing, make your own cover, and let the Figment community find and fan your work. <\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nTeen Central<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Teens are encouraged to anonymously write out their feelings about anything and everything, no matter how difficult the subject matter. It’s monitored by trained staff and is sponsored by KidsPeace, an organization dedicated to helping kids in crisis. <\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nBooksie<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

A place to post novels, poetry, short stories, articles, and lyrics. <\/b><\/p>\n

Go Teen Writers<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing tips for teens and more<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nYoung Writers Online<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Community and forum for young writers<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nYoung Writers Program<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

NaNoWriMo site for young writers<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nPomegranate Words<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Lessons, resources, and critique services<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nTeen Writers Club<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing assistance and story features<\/b>
\nWriting Gigs:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Jobs Pro Blogger<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Freelance blogging and writing opportunities<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nFreelance Writing<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Top ten lists of hot topics for any subject and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Duotrope<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Thousands of markets for fiction, poetry, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

Blogging Pro<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Copywriting and freelance jobs<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nJob Hero<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Freelance Writing Career Guide<\/b><\/p>\n

The Market List<\/a>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n

Markets for genre writers<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nMedia Bistro<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Freelancers, book writers, copywriters, and more<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nSarah Allen<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

List of paying gigs, submissions, and contests for writers<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nBe a Freelance Blogger<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Downloadable list of sites that pay $50 or more for blog posts<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nJournalism Jobs<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Job listings for media, radio, magazines, and more<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nFunds For Writers<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Tips, contests, markets, and more<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nFreelance Writing Gigs<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Freelance jobs and resources<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nThe Write Life<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Tips, resources, and more<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nWriters Market<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Freelancing, submissions, agents, and more<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nWorld Wide Freelance<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Global writing markets<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nFreelance Writing Organization Intl.<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Thousands of freelance and job listings<\/b>
\nWriting Courses:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nScript Reader Pro<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Online screenwriting courses<\/b><\/p>\n

Writer\u2019s Digest University<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Online workships from Writer\u2019s Digest<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nAustralian College of Journalism<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Online and in-person writing courses<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nWriting University<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Online workshops and programs from the University of Iowa<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nClass Central<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

List of free online writing courses<\/b><\/p>\n


\n<\/b>
\nCreative Writing Now<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing classes and free online courses<\/b><\/p>\n

The Writers Bureau<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Home study courses<\/b><\/p>\n

Gotham Writers<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing classes, both online and in New York<\/b><\/p>\n

Writers Write<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n

Writing courses, writing prompts, and more<\/b><\/p>\n

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