Samhain Publishing Seeks Space Opera Romance Novellas

The Fifth Element

The Galaxy Express reports that Samhain Publishing is calling for Space Opera Romance stories to be published in 2010.

The novellas should be 25,000 - 30,000 words and submissions are due by August 10, 2009.

I say its time to pop in The Fifth Element, Serenity, and Star Wars and then let them stew for 24 hours until a story develops. Yeah. It could be one messed up Space Opera by then. Fun!

Chicken Soup New Call for Stories 2009

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Chicken Soup is asking for submissions for new book topics including:

"...Results Stories...
Have you read a particular Chicken Soup story and, after reading it, found that it changed your life? We are looking for stories on how a story made important changes in your life and what specifically happened to you after you read it. Please be sure to let us know the title of the story that touched your life.

A Book of Miracles
Everyone has experienced extraordinary events in their lives that cause wonder and astonishment. Perhaps the only explanation is divine intervention. The true stories in this multi-faith book will awe you with examples of amazing coincidences and prove to you that miracles do happen every day. The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.

Christmas and Holidays
We love holidays! We know you do too. We are collecting stories for our next holiday book. There is no deadline date for story submissions.

College Campus Chronicles
We are looking for true stories and poems about your experiences in college, whether you are in college now, or a recent graduate. Stories about everything from leaving home, to classes, to roommates, to personal growth, to funny moments, to travel abroad...anything you have done in college that you would like to share with other college students. The deadline for story submissions is December 31, 2008

Dysfunctional Families
These serious or hilarious, oh so true stories will touch your heart and make you see that even in the most difficult situations, other families are not all that different from your own. Share your stories with others who may realize we all have the same in-laws, siblings, parents, etc. Submit under your real name, but rest assured we expect most of you to use pen names for publication and change the names of family members to protect the innocent (or guilty!). The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.

Endurance Sports (run,cycle,swim)
Whether you are a triathlete, a duathlete, or you just love to swim, run, or cycle, we want to hear about your sports, your races, and how endurance sports fit into your life, whether you are an amateur, a student athlete, or a pro. The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.

Extraordinary Teens
Teenagers can do the most amazing and positive things. They can overcome obstacles and make wonderful contributions to the world. Do you know a teenager who has made a difference? We are looking for stories about these terrific teens. The deadline date for story submissions is December 31, 2008.

Not Really Retired
This book will share humorous and fun stories from those who are actively enjoying their "senior years!" Tell us about your new careers, your volunteer work, your sports, your travels, and those things you always wanted to do that you are finally doing. The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.

Our Best and Brightest (soldiers and veterans)
An amazing collection of stories from soldiers who defend and protect our country – both active and retired – and from their families who make sacrifices when their loved ones are far away. You will be overcome with emotion as you read these stories that will acknowledge, entertain and inspire you and will leave you with admiration and gratitude for our nation’s best and brightest. The deadline date for story submissions is March 31, 2009.

Teachers
We have all had that one teacher who has made a difference in our lives. And teachers, remember that one student who made you know why you decided to be a teacher and who you will never forget? We are looking for stories from both teachers and students that will tell that unforgettable story. The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.

Thanks Dad
We are looking for stories of thanks from “children” of all ages about their dads. These stories of innumerable joys and challenges will touch your heart, make you laugh, inspire you and remind you that it doesn’t matter how old you are, the job of a parent never ends. The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.

Thanks Mom
We are looking for stories of thanks from “children” of all ages about their moms. These stories of innumerable joys and challenges will touch your heart, make you laugh, inspire you and remind you that it doesn’t matter how old you are, the job of a parent never ends. The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.

The Golf Book
Chicken Soup for the Soul and Golf Digest are excited to announce a new book for golfers, edited by Max Adler of Golf Digest. Golf is a sport of passion and obsession like none other. We are looking for true personal stories that reflect what the game means to you. Think of the best stories you’ve told at the 19th hole and share them with us. The deadline for story submissions is December 1, 2008.

Tough Economic Times
We are all going through difficult times right now, some with more dire consequences than others. We would like to know what changes you are making in your lives that reflect the times. Are you downsizing, making do with less, discovering new joy in a simpler life? These stories will give you, our readers, inspiration and insight into how others are coping. The deadline date for story submissions is March 31, 2009.

What I Learned From The Cat
Another wonderful collection of heartwarming and humorous stories about what we learned from our feline family members. The deadline date for story submissions is January 31, 2009.

What I Learned From The Dog
Another wonderful collection of heartwarming and humorous stories about what we learned from our companions and best friends. The deadline date for story submissions is January 31, 2009."

Baby Boomer Writing Contest Sharing 70s Memories

Vintage: Family Gathering, 1975 by freeparking Creative Commons

GRAND Magazine, BoomerWomenSpeak.com and the National Association of Baby Boomer Women are sponsoring a writing contest about sharing memories of that infamous decade, the 70s. (Forgive me for that school picture with the red shirt and gold lame vest).

Dotsie Bregel, NABBW founder says, “Give us 500 words about your life during the ‘70s—who was there; what was going on; how old were you; why was this moment in time so special—and if you win, we’ll give you the ultimate prize; $250 dollars and membership to the National Association of Baby Boomer Women, the only association devoted to addressing all issues concerning Baby Boomer women today.”

"Entries can be submitted to contest@nabbw.com with Memories from the ‘70s in the subject line. Entries must be 500 words or less and must be sent as an attachment in a Word document by October 31, 2008. Contestants should include their name, email address and a short bio (no more than 75 words) at the top of the attached Word document entry."

Samhain Looking for A Few Good Shapeshifters

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Author Maria Zannini has a post on Samhain's call for submissions for a shapeshifters anthology called I'm Too Sexy For My Shape. The stories (20,000-30,000 words) will be published both as etitles and paper versions.

How about some shapeshifting cows. Now wouldn't that be fun?

Adams Media Looking for Teacher Stories

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Thanks to Donna V for the heads up on this. The deadline is coming up fast at the end of this month, so get your stories in as soon as you can. (The bolding below is mine).

- CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS -
MY FIRST YEAR IN THE CLASSROOM
to be published by Adams Media (http://www.adamsmedia.com/)

I am looking for fifty true, inspiring stories by teachers remembering their first year in the
classroom.

Stories should run between 850 and 1000 words, and will be organized along the lines of the school
calendar, illustrating the learning curve experienced by new teachers.

PAYMENT: Writers will receive $100 for each accepted story as well as a complimentary copy of the anthology.

I look forward to reading your submission.

Stephen D. Rogers, Editor
MY FIRST YEAR IN THE CLASSROOM
DEADLINE: September 30, 2008

- Facing the first day

- Meeting the students

- Surprising the students

- Bonding with faculty and staff

- Being surprised by the students

- Watching the students bloom

- Saying good-bye

From the hilariously obsessive/compulsive pre-class preparation of a rookie English professor to the
poignant lesson one stalwart third grader and his peers teach their novice teacher about love and
acceptance, this moving collection is sure to inspire new and veteran teachers alike.

Stories should be emailed (inserted as a text file into the email or attached as a rich text file) to:
stephen@stephendrogers.com with the word "Submission" somewhere in the subject line. Please remember to include your full name and contact information both in your email and the story (if attached).

Sex and Shoes Anthology Seeking Submissions

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                                         Lit Agent Lori Perkins is looking for submissions for a Sex and Shoes Anthology. Stories should be between 1000 - 5000 words and emailed to lperkinsagency@yahoo.com.  May the Manolo Blahniks be with you. Always.



Oh and I forgot, there was an interesting discussion over at Smart Bitches, among other places, about a controversial picture of pink shoes. A sailors's wife wore them to welcome her husband home when she greeted his ship. Apparently many people equated these shoes with unquestionable sexual innuendo. Ah, the power of four inch heels.

Chicken Soup Wants College Stories, Resolutions Stories, and Extraordinary Teen Stories

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Chicken Soup for the Soul is seeking stories in the following categories: (quoted from their website)



...Results Stories...



Have you read a particular Chicken Soup story and, after reading it, found that it changed your life? We are looking for stories on how a story made important changes in your life and what specifically happened to you after you read it. Please be sure to let us know the title of the story that touched your life.



Cancer Stories



We are collecting stories of support and discovery from people diagnosed with cancer and their families and support networks. The book will cover everything from the diagnosis, to planning the treatment, to living through the treatment, to coming out the other side. Stories from patients, medical professionals, family members, and friends are welcome. The deadline date for story submissions is September 1, 2008.



Stories about Cats



Another wonderful collection of stories about cats. No deadline date has been established



Stories about Christmas and holidays



We love holidays! We know you do too. We are collecting stories for our next holiday book. There is no deadline date for story submissions.



Stories About College



We are looking for true stories and poems about your experiences in college, whether you are in college now, or a recent graduate. Stories about everything from leaving home, to classes, to roommates, to personal growth, to funny moments, to travel abroad...anything you have done in college that you would like to share with other college students. The deadline for story submissions is December 31, 2008



Stories about dogs



Another wonderful collection of stories about dogs. No deadline date for story submissions has been established.



Stories about endurance sports



The stories in this book will be about running, cycling, swimming and all endurance sports. No deadline date for story submissions has been established.



Stories about Extraordinary Teens



Teenagers can do the most amazing and positive things. They can overcome obstacles and make wonderful contributions to the world. Do you know a teenager who has made a difference? We are looking for stories about these terrific teens. The deadline date for story submissions is December 31, 2008.



Stories about resolutions



We all do it!! We make those New Year's resolutions each year and we try so hard to keep them. How did yours work out? We would love to hear from you about the resolutions you made, those that worked and those that didn't. What did you learn? The deadline date for story submissions is August 31, 2008.



Stories about seniors and retirement



This book will share humorous and fun stories from those who are actively enjoying their "senior years!" No deadline date for story submissions has been established.

Call for Stories About SAHMs and WAHMs

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According to Literary Mama, Chicken Soup is looking for stories from stay-at-home moms and work-at-home moms. The deadline is September 1, 2008.

This isn't limited to women. Guys can submit essays about their wives and your entries will stand out and have a better chance of acceptance. And remember this advice on submitting to anthologies.

How to Publish a Cup of Comfort Story

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If you're looking to get a story published for the Cup of Comfort Series, Writers on the Rise has an interview with editor Colleen Sell that gives you the inside scoop.

When you're done reading the interview, check out their current call for submissions.

Literary Mama Blog Has Three Calls for Submissions

The Literary Mama blog is profiling three submission opportunities for female writers.

Three antholgies are seeking stories on the following topics:

Women and Poetry: Tips on Writing, Publishing, and Teaching
Milestones for Women: Our Defining Passages
Women Writing on Family: Writing, Publishing, and Teaching Tips by US Women Writers

It looks like the only payment is contributor's copies, but it might be a good clip.

Friday Freelance Link Salad - A Little Of This, A Little Of That

"Luke, I am your father" Creative Commons John Vetterli

Calling all the Star Trek fans who have a copy of the captain's chair in front of the t.v., all the Star Wars fans with Mr. Potato Head - Darth Tater (hey, he's cute. So are Spud Trooper and Artoo-Potatoo), and comic book fans a little too much into Power Girl. The true story quarterly Fray Magazine wants Geek stories. They'll take interviews with famous geeks too.

I sooooo qualify for this one. The deadline is this month - not sure when. And they don't pay. But you don't really have to pay us geeks to talk about our stuff, do ya?

And taking a wild 180, Writer Mama says Cup of Comfort is calling for submissions.

In the I-blinked-a-lot-when-I-read-this category, the World Wrestling Federation is launching WWE Magazine for kids 6-14. Yahoo is launching a new women's site for big girls age 25-34. (Please. You couldn't just round it off to 35?)

And in the electronic arena, Popmatters.com is launching a Kindle-only edition of the pop culture mag for the much-publicized ereader while a new online magazine called The Wall Tweet Journal (no, I'm not kidding) is coming to help Twitter users make the most of their social networking.

According to The Knightly News blog, Christian Women Online is sponsoring a no entry fee contest called "Her Life Reflected" (click on the picture in the blog for details) about how a christian mom's life has reflected God. The deadline is April 21st.

Hope I hit at least one of your buttons. Now I'm off to buy Artoo Potatoo. I wouldn't want Darth Tater and Spud Trooper to get lonely.

Query on.

Foodlore Anthology Seeks Food Origin Stories

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Dante's Heart says a new anthology seeks stories "wherein writers invent origin myths for their favorite foods." Basically they want you to create your own fiction story of where a certain food came from. The blog entry has examples of some foods that have already been submitted.

They may divide the book by meals -Breakfast, lunch, dinner and maybe tea time and snacks - it's still developing.

Apparently there is a lot of lee way in what you consider food - stories on primordial soup and mudpies have been submitted in addition to more traditional food. They may have a forbidden/taboo food category. So if you want to talk about the first yummy cannibal stew, go for it. (Does it scare anyone besides me that I can find a picture to illustrate human flesh as food?)

Word Count: 2000-5000 words

Deadline: April 15, 2008

Submit to: Jennifer Heath at Foodlore@comcast.net

THE EARLY ONSET PROJECT SUBMISSIONS

THE EARLY ONSET PROJECT SUBMISSIONS AND CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT

(No Entry Fee)

The Early Onset Project seeks true stories about persons with early-onset Alzheimer’s. Early-onset Alzheimer’s or early-onset dementia develops in a person who is younger than age 65.
Entries should be compelling slice-of-life stories that show how early-onset Alzheimer’s or a related dementia has affected you or someone close to you. Authors of stories selected for the collection will receive a free copy of the publication. No other payment will be made. Stories submitted for The Early Onset Project are automatically entered into a contest.

Submissions deadline: June 30, 2008.

First Prize - $100Second Prize - $50Third Prize – $25Honorable Mention – $10

For a sample story and more information, please visit the Early Onset Project page at Early Onset Project.

Call for Hero Stories About Fathers

I've mentioned this one previously but I saw a notice at The Internet Writing Workshop that says Literary Cottage is still looking for hero stories about fathers.

The submission deadline is February 28, 2008. Check out their guidelines for more information.

Query on.

Silhoutte Seeks Dark Paranormal Stories for Nocturne Line

Silhoutte is seeking dark paranormal stories for their novel line, Nocturne. They want both full length books and ebook novellas called Nocturne "bites," of 10,000 - 15,000 words. The latter is a new call for submissions and a great opportunity to get your cinderella slipper in the door.

Query on.

THE EARLY ONSET PROJECT SUBMISSIONS

THE EARLY ONSET PROJECT SUBMISSIONS
AND CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT

(No Entry Fee)The Early Onset Project seeks true stories about persons with early-onset Alzheimer’s. Early-onset Alzheimer’s or early-onset dementia develops in a person who is younger than age 65. Entries should be compelling slice-of-life stories that show how early-onset Alzheimer’s or a related dementia has affected you or someone close to you. Authors of stories selected for the collection will receive a free copy of the publication. No other payment will be made. Stories submitted for The Early Onset Project are automatically entered into a contest.

First Prize - $100Second Prize - $50Third Prize – $25Honorable Mention – $10

For a sample story and more information, please visit the Early Onset Project page on my website at www.lsfisher.com.

Linda FisherAlzheimer's Anthology of Unconditional Love:The 110,000 Missourians with Alzheimer'shttp://www.lsfisher.com
http://earlyonset.blogspot.com

Potpourri - Contests, Writer's Job, New Magazine Launches

Comics Worth Reading says Tokyopop is having a comic writing contest. Deadline is April 15th.

The African American Playwrights Exchange (AAPEX) reports NBC wants "ethnically diverse writers" to work on NBC's primetime series (not sure if this is a strike violation, so you might want to check when you apply).

Canadian Magazines says Reader's Digest is launching a new health magazine aimed at Canadian women.

The Novel and Short Story Blog has last Friday's list of Contests, Submission Calls, and New Magazines.

Sweet Gum Press Seeks Missouri Paranormal Stories

Thanks to Donna for this announcement from Sweet Gum Press:

In addition to the on-going call for novels and collections of short fiction or essays, Sweetgum Press (www.sweetgumpress.com) currently seeks, for an anthology, non-fiction based on real-life mysterious and paranormal phenomena in Missouri (marsh lights, hauntings, and the like): Anecdotes, essays, interviews or other appropriate genre from 500 words (anecdote) to 8000 words. Contributors whose work is selected will receive a small cash payment, the amount depending on the length of the piece, and copies of the publication. Anticipated date of publication is fall 2008. Submit your best work, in standard professional format, to Sweetgum Press, P. O. Drawer J, Warrensburg, MO 64093.

Queries only to: rmkinder@sprintmail.com. See our general guidelines at www.sweetgumpress.com.

They are also still looking for novel and short story collections.

Chicken Soup Wants Stories for 2008

It's time for a fresh chicken soup call for story submissions. For 2008 they want the following:

• Christmas stories
• Cat Stories
• Dog Stories
• Basketball Stories
• Football Stories
• Runner's Stories
• Green Stories
• Expectant Mother Stories
• Couple Stories
• Twin Stories
• Leadership Stories
• Catholic Stories
• Stay-at-Home-Mom Stories

And many, many more. Okay, maybe just a few more. But I got tired of typing. You can find their submission guidelines on their site.

Poets and Writers Magazine Classifieds For Jan 2008

Check out Poets and Writers Magazine's Classifieds for anthology opportunities. Among other things, they want writing from:

• People 50 and older
• women with diabetes
• indivduals with stories about their personal reaction to climate change
• "military brats" who write poetry
• Female poets over 60
• anyone who has something they wouldn't tell their mother (seriously, that's about everyone)

And remember this great advice from the Novel and Short Story Writers Market blog on submitting to anthologies and contests.