Check out the newly released 2007 Robert Olen Butler Prize Stories anthology featuring short fiction by the best established and emerging literary writers. My Squaw Valley Community of Writers buddy Lauren Cobb's excellent story, "No Place," is included in this prestigious publication.
Squaw Valley Community of Writers - one of the best creative writing workshops around, dedicated to nurturing emerging literary talent.
Writers' League of Texas 2008 Agents and Editors Conference - a place where all the top-notch literary agents and editors come seeking new talent. Fun, informative sessions and tons of networking opportunities, located in the cool city of Austin, Texas.
Recommended Books and Magazines on Writing
From Where You Dream - Robert Olen Butler's master class on fiction writing that caters to the organic writing process
Writing the Breakout Novel - NY Literary Agent Don Maass shares his method for increasing the commercial value of any fiction project.
The Writer Magazine - a must-have for any level writer, filled with useful articles and interviews about the craft and business of writing
Poets and Writers Magazine - magazine for the literary writer of fiction and poetry. Filled with great interviews, articles, and listings of awards, grants, and residencies.
personal links
Yo-Yo Ma Plays Ennio Morricone - My favorite album to listen to when I write. Gabriel's Oboe from The Mission soundtrack is one of my all-time favorite movie themes.
Wherever You Are by Third Day - Rock album of the moment from one of my favorite Christian rock bands. Mood song of the moment: "Tunnel." Favorite lead singer for quite some time to come: Mac Powell.
Scooter's Coffee House - Coffee company based in Omaha, Nebraska--who knew?? I recently discovered one of their franchises in Austin, Texas, and had a couple of mocha lattes that were to. die. for. Better than (dare I say it?) Starbucks or Peet's.
