I’m alive. My hands are tired. I know how the book is going to end (kind of) and I’m bustin’ myself to get there.
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LA NAPOULE FOUNDATION
http://www.lnaf.org/overview/index.html
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The Foundation welcomes qualified artists in all fields to its residency program at the Ch�teau de La Napoule where exhibitions, readings, concerts, performances, seminars and conferences are held throughout the year. La Napoule Art Foundation offers Artists-In-Residence a unique environment of interdisciplinary collaboration and creativity at the Ch�teau de La Napoule. The C�te d�Azur is not only one of the most picturesque areas in France but it is also one of the most culturally vibrant. Each session ten Resident Artists of different nationalities and disciplines (literature, music, dance, design, film, visual and performing arts) are selected by a committee of notable art professionals. Invitations to participate in the Program are awarded based on a record of excellence and commitment to the arts. The selection committee reviews applications from individuals – as well as from groups.
13 MINUTES MAG
http://13minutesmag.com/
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A premier magazine for English-speaking, bi-cultural Asian and Pacific Islander readers. We offer unique views on culture, fashion, cuisine, entertainment, and human dramas that reflect the fusion of Eastern and Western cultures. This magazine serves as a forum where the young and the young at heart come together to recognize and appreciate their own sense of identity and style. Seeking writers nationally, with concentration in metropolitian cities, NYC, LA, Atlanta, DC, Chicago, etc. preferred. Pays up to 30 cents/word.
EDITOR
University of Wyoming
Department of Human Resources, University of Wyoming
Dept. 3422, 1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071
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UW is looking for a managing editor for its UWyo magazine. “Write and edit stories for UWyo, the university’s flagship publication for alumni and friends. Develop story ideas and decide which stories to cover; assign writers and advise them on the coverage angle. Give input on matters related to photography and layout and design. Develop and maintain a staff of contributing writers. Maintain knowledge of and assist in magazine budget, circulation, advertising, and production processes. Serve as a public relations contact and representative to other UW colleges, departments, and programs. Write stories and provide media relations assistance for UW Media Relations as directed.” Closing date May 15, 2006.
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Meg Cabot talks about her childhood brush with plagiarism. I think that must be a rite of passage for most kids. You know, having that one friend who stabs you in the back and does it with a smile. And boy, you learn fast—or you don’t learn at all.
This is also funny—Meg Cabot’s Book Signing Do’s and Don’ts for Writers:
Often when I go on a book tour I hear from booksellers about authors who were in their store the night before, who are also on a book tour, and who signed so many books that they had to ice their hand. Very often, these poor, tender things needed to have a bookseller stand next to them to flip the books open for them, because their little author fingers are too precious and weak to do this task themselves. Authors, seriously: Unless you are physically challenged, Harper Lee, JD Salinger, Beverly Clearly, or some other beloved but aged author, YOU MUST STOP DOING THIS. It just confirms what the rest of the world already thinks about us: that we are a bunch of badly groomed little namby pamby prima donnas with spirit guides who think our characters are real.
Back to work now.