What do you think about when you hear that there is going to be a movie about Maeve Binchy’s best-selling book Tara Road? Most likely, it’s that Andie MacDowell is a hottie. But I hope you’re also thinking story lead. Have you been to the Tara Road? Will you be going to Ireland during the […]
» Read more...Month: October 2004
Inside Scoop at the Ubud Writers Festival
Nick O'Neill of BootsnAll’s BaliBlog reports from the Ubud Writers & Readers Festival. Lonely Planet’s Tony Wheeler was there for the program called, “The Long Road Home”. Here’s a bit from Nick’s post: “At 9am I sat in the front row of an audience of about 50 and listened to Tony Wheeler, the founder of […]
» Read more...NGT Traveler On Campus Writing Contest
Hey students…check this out! Traveler On Campus Writing Contest! If you are a full or part-time student, and over 18 years of age, enter your 500 word essay “about a travel experience that moved, excited, or surprised you.” Prizes * Grand Prize winner will receive a mystery travel prize. *Two runners-up will win U.S. $500 […]
» Read more...Durex Global Sex Survey
Via [Right This Way] Hey, if John Rambow got sucked in…I can admit it, too. Durex Global Sex Survey 2004 So, if you’re an overprotective parent, move to Vietnam. If you need some extra attention, go to London. Men, if you’re concerned about your performance, Chinese women might not be your best bet. Ladies, if […]
» Read more...Would You Like to Review Ethical Traveler?
Dan Eldridge at Young Pioneers is working on his second issue. He needs a first hand review of EthicalTraveler.org from a writer in San Francisco. Please contact Dan if you’re interested.
» Read more...Sightseeing by Rattawut Lapcharoensap
I've got one chapter left in this book and Oh My Gosh. Before you get too excited, it’s not out yet. I picked up an advanced reading copy at the GLBA Fall Trade Show this past weekend. Sightseeing by Rattawut Lapcharoensap feels shockingly personal for a collection of short stories. Maybe they are? Lapcharoensap is […]
» Read more...Pete McCarthy Dies at 51
Even if you don't recognize his name, you'll recognize his books. Pete McCarthy was the author of the best selling McCarthy’s Bar and The Road to McCarthy. From the BBC, “He was thrilled and delighted with the worldwide reaction to his books and had been planning his third, eagerly anticipating journeys, chance encounters and all […]
» Read more...Writing About Adventure, Food, and Travel
This looks good. Two days of quality teaching from quality food and travel writers. The World Is My Oyster: Writing About Adventure, Food, and Travel Featuring: The Myth and Reality of Adventure Travel, with Jeff Greenwald From Tante Marie to Bon Appetit, with Tori Ritchie Capturing Place, with Christopher Hall Secrets of the Senses, with […]
» Read more...What’s a Nobel in literature really worth?
I love it when I just stumble upon articles written by my friends. Good one, Oscar. What's a Nobel in literature really worth? (Saturday, October 9, 2004)
» Read more...More Writing Related Leads from Craigslist
Here are some other leads I've found in the writing/editing jobs section of Craigslist: New South Asian Magazine[SF post] They are looking for freelance writers in their 20s and 30s to share their perspective on dating and relationships. Acquisitions Editor for Seal Press[SF post] Content Writer / Editor – Travel industry[NYC post] Food Writer for […]
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