Interior Authors Group

Yes, I didn't know that... But sure!

On J.R.R. Tolkien's fascination with languages including Finnish, Greek, and Old English. https://tinyurl.com/3ycsxebu

Do you write with authority? Some thoughts here https://mystorydoctor.com/writing-with-authority/

How do you develop a plot for your story or novel? Some authors find pre-planning helpful. Here's one suggested method. https://tinyurl.com/p4pr4bky

Word on the Lake Writers Festival is happening on Zoom this year, May 7, 8, 9, 2021. Details at this website: https://tinyurl.com/cd9sapb2

Canadian publisher Rocky Mountain Books [RMB] publishes books on mountain history, adventure travel, outdoor lifestyle, environmental consciousness, Indigenous culture, and contemporary photography, as well as a growing selection of books for children. Guidelines for submissions: https://rmbooks.com/submit-a-manuscript/

Christian ecumenical publisher Paraclete Press has formed Raven, a new fiction imprint which will release its first books in spring 2022. Raven will publish science fiction, fantasy, and historical fiction, among other subgenres. They're open to submissions. More info at https://tinyurl.com/yxok6nxr

When I type something on my computer, I usually do it in Arial, one of my favourite fonts. Some writers prefer Helvetica or Times New Roman. Here's an article for people interested in fonts--their history, characteristics, & uses. https://tinyurl.com/y6779ty9

The Dr. Robert and Elma Schemenauer Awards are open for submissions. There are TWO CATEGORIES OF AWARDS 1. Writing with a Kamloops Theme 2. Writing Showing an Appreciation of Nature... WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO ENTER Each award is issued annually to a member in good standing of the Interior Authors Group (IAG) based in Kamloops, BC. There is no fee to enter. If there's more than one author and/or contributor to a piece of writing, all must be IAG members. To join the IAG, please visit https://interiorauthorsgroup.wordpress.com/join/ . SUBMISSIONS MUST BE - sent before midnight 21 March - a short story, poem, article, essay, or other form of writing where an understanding and appreciation of the category's topic is clearly incorporated and expressed (either Kamloops-Themed or Nature-Themed). E-MAIL SUBMISSIONS TO fogquest [at symbol] shaw [dot] ca FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT https://elmams.wixsite.com/awards

Sadly the January 14 IAG meeting has been cancelled because of Covid regulations. Hopefully we can have another before too long. In the meantime, let's keep those quills, pens, & keyboards going.

How can writers catch the attention of readers? Ideas in this series of 5 short YouTube videos: https://tinyurl.com/y4qkccsz

Next IAG meeting will be Thursday December 10 at 6:30 PM in the Oak Room of the North Shore Community Centre, Kamloops. This will be our Christmas social. Because of Covid, masks & social distancing are required. We've enjoyed a festive meal together in the past, but not this year, unfortunately. If you plan to come, you can indicate that by replying to this post before November 30. Thank you.

Snow pal made a few years ago by former IAG member Sharon Antoniak, now living in the Oliver area. Sharon, all the best.

Here's my review of IAG member Allen Hern's enjoyable & informative memoir A GOOD HERITAGE: https://elmasalmanac.blogspot.com//a-good-heritage-by-alle

Planning your picture book: https://tinyurl.com/yy8hel83