Had a good time at the LA Times Book Fest yesterday. Heading back over there now to meet Jim Benning and see the Don George, Elliott Hester panel. Might also catch the Peter Hessler one. Here is the line up of panels for Sunday. There were no problems getting in to see the lectures if […]
» Read more...Month: April 2006
WriteClick
Looking to gain more exposure as a travel writer? Try WriteClick, a one-stop resource for PR reps and tourism professionals researching press trips and searching for travel writers. Created by Australian travel writer Christine Retschlag, the program touts more than 300 travel writers from around the world. By registering with WriteClick, you not only help […]
» Read more...Writing Workshop led by Larry Habegger
This has to be the mother of all writing workshops! Larry Habegger of Travelers’ Tales is holding a writing workshop abroad a 82-foot Turkish Gulet. Enjoy the Turquoise Sea, tour fishing villages and ruins, while learning to craft a personal travel story. The yacht will set sail from Gocek and cruise the Turkish coastline. Robin […]
» Read more...From Writer to Housewife?
Got the boyfriend. Got a rented house. Got the new job as a housewife? Well, I’m not married yet, but I don’t know what else to call it when you inherit a second house-duties job because you’re the one that works at home. Have any of you ever suddenly got the job of errand girl, […]
» Read more...LA Times Book Fest Tickets at Ticketmaster
The LA Times Book Fest is Huge. It’s the biggest literary event on the West Coast. And, believe it or not, this is the first year I’m going. I didn’t plan months ahead and try and get on a panel, but thanks to the World Hum reminder last week, I’m all set to go see […]
» Read more...Market Leads: Golf Magazines
Do you know what a mulligan is? Or where you are on the golf course if you’re on the “dance floor”? Don’t worry. You can still break into golf magazines without picking up a club or learning quirky terminology. Besides articles on the latest courses, golf personalities, and the newest technology and equipment, golf magazines […]
» Read more...Job Lead: Lonely Planet and Fodors
Do you have professional writing experience? Do you have insider information about a city or country? If so, Lonely Planet is looking for you. The world’s leading independent publisher is seeking authors to update a long list of guidebooks. North American destinations include New England, Miami, California, New Orleans, Philadelphia, Florida, and Washington D.C. Interested? […]
» Read more...Wandering Moleskine Project
My friends at Moleskinerie are launching a second WANDERING MOLESKINE PROJECT. I highly encourage writers and artists to participate. And lets give them some of our travel love! The first notebook will be released on May 1, 2006. What’s funny about this, is that in reading the Moleskine post right now, I see my name […]
» Read more...ASJA 2006 Writer’s Conference
If you’re going to be in New York next weekend, consider attending American Society of Journalists and Authors annual Writer’s Conference. Don’t worry. You don’t have to be a member to attend. The conference’s mission is to provide writers with insider information and fresh ideas to move their careers forward. The three-day conference features panel […]
» Read more...Rolf Potts Teaching Writing Classes in Paris
Hey you guys, it’s not that long before Summer is here. And you know what that means—a couple of months in Paris, of course! I joined Rolf last year for a few days speak and hang out with his class. And man oh man did they have fun. If you want to spend some concetrated […]
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