"Selling your book or script and securing a good contract often requires more than persistence and a good attitude--you need an agent. The 2008 Guide to Literary Agents is your essential resource for finding that agent...and getting your writing published." (from back cover of book)

"Writers, agents, and editors all agree that Herman's Guide is the must-have go-to reference for everyone who writes. This book will get you past the slush piles and into the hands of the people who have the power to publish. You will learn the names and contact information for hundreds of agents and editors, and will be given the 'code' for how to win them over." (from back cover)

This is a three week summer workshop for high school students interested in creative writing. Students are accepted by application with a mid-February deadline.

This is an annual three-day workshop on creative writing. Check the web site for registration information.

This group of freelance writers and media professionals meets monthly. Check the website for time and location and to make reservations.

promotes and facilitates the practice of literary arts through its services to writers and the general public. With individual and corporate associates statewide, the Forum represents the diverse voices of today's writing talent. The Forum is a partnership program of the Alabama State Council on the Arts and is located at 410 North Hull Street in Old Alabama Town in Montgomery, Alabama.

The mission of The Association of Writers & Writing Programs is to foster literary talent and achievement, to advance the art of writing as essential to a good education, and to serve the makers, teachers, students, and readers of contemporary writing. (from website)

Professional organization for writers of horror fiction.

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