Sharing Literary Resources

December 12, 2008 by admin 

Sharing Literary Resources
by Tee C. Royal

I will be sharing literary resources, but don’t feel slighted if you’re not listed.  Instead, share your information (or any other links) you recommend in the comments section. 

 RECOMMENDED BOOKS (FOR WRITERS)

  • Guide To Book Publishers, Editors & Literary Agents, 2006: Who they are! What they want! How to win them over! by Jeff Herman
  • Kirsch’s Guide to the Book Contract : For Authors, Publishers, Editors and Agents by Jonathan Kirsch
  • Negotiating a Book Contract: A Guide for Authors, Agents and Lawyers by Mark L. Levine
  • On Writing by Stephen King
  • Self-Editing for Fiction Writers: How to Edit Yourself Into Print by Renni Browne
  • The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr.
  • The First Five Pages: A Writer’s Guide to Staying Out of the Rejection Pile by Noah Lukeman 
  • The Shortest Distance Between You and a Finished Book by Susan Page
  • Woe Is I: The Grammarphobe’s Guide to Better English in Plain English by Patricia T. O’Connor
  • Writing the Breakout Novel Workbook: Hands-On Help for Making Your Novel Stand Out and Succeed by Donald Maass
  • Writing the Fiction Synopsis – A Step by Step Approach by Pam McCutcheon

RECOMMENDED BOOKS (FOR READERS)

  • A Book Lover’s Diary by Shelagh Wallace
  • A Passion for Books: A Book Lover’s Treasury of Stories, Essays, Humor, Lore, and Lists on Collecting, Reading, Borrowing, Lending, Caring for, and Appreciating Books by Harold Rabinowitz
  • Booknotes: The Booklover’s Organizer by Marilyn McDonald
  • How to Read a Book by Mortimer J. Adler
  • Only in Books: Writers, Readers & Bibliophiles on Their Passion by J. Kevin Graffagnino
  • So Many Books, So Little Time by Sara Nelson

GENRE SPECIFIC LINKS & ORGANIZATIONS

PUBLISHERS (includes major publishers & imprints)

  • Amistad
  • Dafina Books
  • Hatchette Books
  • Hyperion
  • Kensington
  • Kimani Press
  • NAL
  • QBoro Books
  • Random House
  • Simon & Schuster
  • St. Martins Press
  • Strebor
  • Urban Books
  • Urban Christian
  • Urban Soul

LITERARY GROUPS, BOOKSTORES & OTHER WEBSITES

LITERARY MAGAZINES & INDUSTRY NEWS

BOOK CLUBS & BOOK REVIEWS

MISCELLANEOUS RESOURCES 

Again, this list isn’t all-inclusive (and was compiled last year), but I hope it is useful to those wanting to stay IN THE KNOW regarding the literary industry.  Also, be sure to check out the resources accumulated over the years on the RAWSISTAZ site under Reader’s Rack and Writer’s Block.

*List originally compiled for an article on Blogging in Black in 2007*

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16 Responses to “Sharing Literary Resources”

  1. Patricia Neely-Dorsey on December 13th, 2008 1:25 am

    I am putting all of these wonderful lists, handouts, worksheets ect. in a folder as a reference file.
    Thank you for all of the valuable, practical, useful information

  2. SheliaGoss on December 13th, 2008 1:30 am

    Tee, this list is very useful. It’s saved me some time because some of the links I have are no longer active.

  3. L Martin Johnson Pratt on December 13th, 2008 3:03 am

    Hi everyone i hope you are all enjoying yourselves. Here are a few other resources:
    http://www.blogtalkradio.com/aabookreviews – online book review show
    http://www.blogtalkradio.com/urbanliteraryreview – online book discussion show

  4. L Martin Johnson Pratt on December 13th, 2008 3:05 am

    i thought a few more…
    http://www.mochareaders.com only ESSENCE reporting Online Bookstore
    http://christianfiction.blogspot.com excellent industry blog
    http://www.bmenbookclub.com – online black men’s bookclub

  5. Debra Owsley on December 13th, 2008 8:14 am

    About Simply Said Reading Accessories
    Hello again this is Debra, and I am the owner and creator of a line of handmade reading accessories that I call gift-marks, book thongs, and other promotional items for authors, book stores, and book lovers. http://www.simply-said.net

    The “Gift-Marks”, are oversized, colorful, creative, and unique bookmarks that I create. These Gift-Marks are more of a gift, or a keepsake item. These souvenir type promotional tools are excellent marketing items that are designed with your fan base in mind. When creating this product, all of your promotional and Retention needs are met. In making this keepsakes for your fans, all of your contact information, book covers, synopses, web info and almost anything your fans need to stay in contact with you. Even after they are awaiting your next masterpiece and reading another, they are still looking at you and your information.
    The Gift-Mark also comes in a half size, which is perfect for a mass paperback as well as an oversized business card/bookmark!

    The Book Thongs are book jewelry for the book lover. What woman doesn’t love a piece of jewelry? They are sexy, unique, and very pretty. They come in many jeweled color and types. They are excellent contest prizes and promotional gifts. They are also designed not to slip of out your book. The come packaged with an insert, which can be your book cover and a message from you!

    Simply Said Reading Accessories also creates a line of note cards and book plates that can be signed and sent as a thank you to a fan or a book club after hosting an event for you

    All of these items can be easily sent by regular mail, or in a book mailing.
    I also wholesale to book stores and card shops; I have over 200 pre-designed bookmarks in categories such as motivational, religious, wise and witty, children, pet lovers and provocative. I do have a perfect one for everyone you know.

    Simply Said Reading Accessories has done custom work for Donna Hill, Rochelle Alers, Marcia King-Gamble, Noire, Cheryl Robinson, Dwan Abrams, L.A.Banks street team, Pat G’Orge Walker, LaConnie Taylor Jones, SORMAG, Marissa Monteith, Pynk, and this is just to name a few

    Simply Said Reading Accessories is also adding new services! I have learned so much over the last few years that I will be starting a consultation division to the growing list of services. I will be coaching you on how to get the optimum out of your marketing budget and how to do it. Please contact me for additional information. This extension will be launched very soon
    .
    Please visit my sites at
    http://www.simply-said.net
    http://www.simplysaidreadingaccessoies.blogspot.com
    odebdeb@aol.com
    Debra Owsley
    It’s about creating a memberable memory, and product
    And it’s all about you and it’s about quality not quantity

    Can I add you to my growing list?

  6. Debra Owsley on December 13th, 2008 8:17 am

    About Simply Said Reading Accessories
    Hello again this is Debra, and I am the owner and creator of a line of handmade reading accessories that I call gift-marks, book thongs, and other promotional items for authors, book stores, and book lovers. http://www.simply-said.net

    The “Gift-Marks”, are oversized, colorful, creative, and unique bookmarks that I create. These Gift-Marks are more of a gift, or a keepsake item. These souvenir type promotional tools are excellent marketing items that are designed with your fan base in mind. When creating this product, all of your promotional and Retention needs are met. In making this keepsakes for your fans, all of your contact information, book covers, synopses, web info and almost anything your fans need to stay in contact with you. Even after they are awaiting your next masterpiece and reading another, they are still looking at you and your information.
    The Gift-Mark also comes in a half size, which is perfect for a mass paperback as well as an oversized business card/bookmark!

    The Book Thongs are book jewelry for the book lover. What woman doesn’t love a piece of jewelry? They are sexy, unique, and very pretty. They come in many jeweled color and types. They are excellent contest prizes and promotional gifts. They are also designed not to slip of out your book. The come packaged with an insert, which can be your book cover and a message from you!

    Simply Said Reading Accessories also creates a line of note cards and book plates that can be signed and sent as a thank you to a fan or a book club after hosting an event for you

    All of these items can be easily sent by regular mail, or in a book mailing.
    I also wholesale to book stores and card shops; I have over 200 pre-designed bookmarks in categories such as motivational, religious, wise and witty, children, pet lovers and provocative. I do have a perfect one for everyone you know.

    Simply Said Reading Accessories has done custom work for Donna Hill, Rochelle Alers, Marcia King-Gamble, Noire, Cheryl Robinson, Dwan Abrams, L.A.Banks street team, Pat G’Orge Walker, LaConnie Taylor Jones, SORMAG, Marissa Monteith, Pynk, and this is just to name a few

    Simply Said Reading Accessories is also adding new services! I have learned so much over the last few years that I will be starting a consultation division to the growing list of services. I will be coaching you on how to get the optimum out of your marketing budget and how to do it. Please contact me for additional information. This extension will be launched very soon.
    Please visit my sites at
    http://www.simply-said.net
    http://www.simplysaidreadingaccessoies.blogspot.com
    odebdeb@aol.com
    Debra Owsley
    It’s about creating a memberable memory, and product
    And it’s all about you and it’s about quality not quantity

    Can I add you to my growing list?

  7. Mozell fleming on December 13th, 2008 8:54 am

    Good morning ladies…and gentlemen. Just wanted to give you guys props for a wonderful confrence. I will be back later….like it matters.
    Be blessed so that you may bless others.
    Mozell

  8. Ella Curry, founder of The Black Authors Network on December 13th, 2008 9:16 am

    Hello All!

    Here are the EDC Creations links to resources:

    Simply Said Reading Accessories – “Making Your Mark” with Custom made by hand Gift-marks’, Book Thongs, Book Plates, and Sassy Note Cards. For Authors, Book Stores, and Book Lovers. Visit the website here.

    Sister Confessions Radio Show and Bookclub- Christian author showcase
    Sistah Confessions, founded by author and radio show host Tifany Jones, is the virtual destination for reading African American literature.
    http://www.sistahconfessions.com

    2009 List of Literary Events, Conferences and Festivals
    http://www.edc-creations.com/EDCCreationsMagazine/literaryevents.htm

    EDC Creations’ Black Pearl Magazine- for your author interviews
    http://www.edc-creations.com/EDCCreationsMagazine/index1.html

    Pamela Samuels Young-keynote speaker and bookclub guest
    http://www.pamelasamuelsyoung.com

    Suavv Magazine to promote the uplift of Black men, as well as encourage the positive lifestyles, dreams, and cultures of the African American Community. Suavv Magazine is premier destination for professionals and entrepreneurs.
    http://www.suavvmagazine.com/Home.html

  9. Ella Curry, founder of The Black Authors Network on December 13th, 2008 9:34 am

    Mozell, your appearance all over this conference makes a great deal of difference! It shows me as a literary service provider, you are serious about ya business!

    Ella

  10. Ella Curry, founder of The Black Authors Network on December 13th, 2008 9:35 am

    Tee, thanks for this list of books for the READERS. I will have to go to Amazon and see if any of them have the peep inside feature. I might purchase a few of these.

    Ella

  11. Ella Curry, founder of The Black Authors Network on December 13th, 2008 9:44 am

    Writers are you seeking a place to showcase your talents? EDC Creations seeks professional minded writers and authors to showcase in the Black Pearls Magazine.

    If you want to submit articles: read the submission guidelines, check out the feel of the magazine and read other articles, then submit your work. We truly want to give writers and authors a chance to speak their minds!

    EDC Creations Magazine Submission Process
    http://www.edc-creations.com/EDCCreationsMagazine/submissions.html

    Ella Curry, EDC Creations

  12. Kim Floyd on December 13th, 2008 11:03 am

    Thanks for the resources links..

  13. Ella Curry, founder of The Black Authors Network on December 13th, 2008 11:48 am

    Readers, here are a few hangouts for you.

    EDC Creations Magazine Blog
    http://edcmagazine.blogspot.com

    Heart and Soul Christian Center
    http://www.edc-creations.com/EDCCreationsMagazine/heartandsoul.html

    International Bookclub Guild
    http://slsbookclubcenter.ning.com

  14. Zaria Garrison on December 13th, 2008 5:49 pm

    http://www.ekgliterarymag.com

    We are new, less than a year old, but we are hoping to make a dent in the literary industry while helping others promote themselves.

    EKG Literary Magazine is a free online magazine published for the purpose of entertaining and enlightening all members of the literary community including, but not limited to, readers, writers, aspiring and established authors, reviewers, agents and publishers.

    For readers we have book reviews, book club spotlights, free book giveaways, and interviews with some of the top authors in the industry.

    For authors we have free promotions with features of book reviews, interviews, trailers, and poetry.

    We also offer paid ads at a reasonable price. I hope you’ll check us out.

  15. Radiah Hubbert on December 23rd, 2008 5:01 pm

    Urban Reviews reviews more than just Urban/Street Fiction. We should actually be listed under Book Reviews, and we review contemporary, christian, mystery/suspense, street lit, romance, sci-fi/horror/paranormal/speculative, women’s fiction, erotica, etc.

    http://www.urban-reviews.com

  16. admin on December 23rd, 2008 5:18 pm

    Sorry Radiah, I did that list back in 2006 and I thought you guys specialized in street fiction/urban fiction, so that’s why it’s listed that way. Any future updates to it, I’ll be sure to move you down to the book reviews list.