The 2026 Online Ohio Writing Workshop is an online “How to Get Published” writing event on April 10-11, 2026. Writers are welcome to attend virtually from anywhere and we have an incredible faculty! More info & sign up:
ohiowritingworshop.com
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New Agent Alert!
Madelyn Knecht has recently started acquiring at Storm Literary. Madelyn is looking for Adult, YA, and select MG!
Discover the full MSWL and how to query on our blog:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
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Last week was one of those weeks where writing felt hard and stupid and pointless. And then this!
😱😱I am so excited to send in my first 5 pages for critique by agent @morganchughes.bsky.social! What a gift of encouragement at a time I most needed it. 😭
Thank you @writingdaywksp.bsky.social
CONGRATULATIONS to our First Page Contest winners!
Check your email if your name is up here! :)
We’ll have more contests in the future and more chances to find a great fit!
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No context. No need to explain. Just give us the line that pulled on those heart strings this week. ❤️
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“New” Agent Alert!
René has experience in the industry, so we’re saying “new” lightly! René recently switched to agenting and joined Dystel Goderich & Bourret LLC.
René is looking for many genres of fiction and non-fiction.
Read more:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
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How many agents do you query at a time?
Answering some of our most asked questions.
Leave room for error and never query your whole list at once!
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Mike Napa stopped by the blog and gave us the best skill builders for writing fiction!
Check out Skill Builders for Fiction Writers: 8 Literary Agent Tips for Improving Plot, Dialogue, Character, and More
tinyurl.com/MikeNappaSki...
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Literary Agent Spotlight on Michael Kaler today, who is newly acquiring with Lucinda Literary!
Michael enjoys reading across psychology, science, history, and politics, and socially conscious books.
tinyurl.com/MichaelKaler
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“New” Agent Alert!
Jane has experience in the industry, so we’re saying “new” lightly! Jane joined Calligraph Literary Agency and is building her list!
Jane is looking for different genres of non-fiction and fiction titles.
Discover the MSWL:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
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Faith, Fear, and Fiction: Karen Barnett on Perseverance, Doubt, and Finding Your Writing Niche
We asked Karen some of the most important questions about writer’s block, self-doubt, and so much more!
Read all her advice: writingdayworkshops.com/blog
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Happy Writing Prompt Wednesday!
You know the rules:
1. Sit down
2. Start writing
3. Aim for at least 500 words (no upper word limit)
4. Have as much fun as you can with it
Thanks, @brianklems.bsky.social for the best writing prompts!
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It’s the last day to submit your first pages! GET THOSE ENTRIES AND SHARES IN! :)
Enter here: tinyurl.com/wdwcontestsj...
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Congratulations have been a long time coming for Brent Fisher and Eric Smith! We’re thrilled to have been a part of their success story. 🎉
Don’t miss Brent’s classes on How To Pitch A Literary Agent at our Chicago and Michigan workshops!
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A little Sunday inspiration to wind down your weekend. May your Super Bowl/Puppy Bowl/Bad Bunny Concert/Olympics watching weekend be filled with love, light, and plenty of inspiration. ✨
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“Fun” Book Promotion: If Not Free, Then Low Cost
We have an AMAZING guest post from @hertafeelyauthor for you today! If you’re publishing your book, you do NOT want to miss Herta’s tips!
Read her post: tinyurl.com/FunBookPromo
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Near any of these cities in the upcoming months? Come to an IN PERSON conference! Meet some other writers, agents, editors, and spend a day immersed in your craft. ✍️
Register online: writingdayworkshops.com
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Kicking off our 2026 online writing workshops starting THIS WEEKEND!
Can’t make it? It’s okay! We have plenty more for you to join from the comfort of your own home around the globe. ❤️🌎
More info: www.writingdayworkshops.com
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Literary Agent Spotlight on Shannon Snow of Rosecliff Literary!
Shannon is looking for many genres in adult, new adult, and YA with vivid, well-developed characters! Take a look at her MSWL below:
tinyurl.com/ShannonSnowA...
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I almost missed this one! If you did too, they extended the deadline to February 10th! There's still time to submit your first page for a free critique if selected!! @writingdaywksp.bsky.social Submit here: tinyurl.com/wdwcontest7
DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Didn’t send in your materials in January? No worries! We’ve extended the deadline for ALL FOUR writing contests to February 10, 2026.
Info and entry here: tinyurl.com/wdwcontestsj...
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We love a good success story! Congratulations Jennie and Pam! 🎉
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What a 5-Time Christy Winner and Hall of Famer Wants You to Know About Writing Fiction featuring James L. Rubart!
Because who better to give advice than an author who’s been through it?
Read all his advice: writingdayworkshops.com/blog
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Maintaining a Propulsive Plot in Literary Fiction: Tips from a Literary Agent
We have an AMAZING guest post from Nour Sallam today! If you’re writing Literary Fiction, you do NOT want to miss Nour’s tips!
Read her post here: tinyurl.com/NSallamLitFic
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New Agent Alert!
Natalie Sun has recently started acquiring at HG Literary. Natalie is looking for PB, MG, YA, and Adult!
Discover the full MSWL and how to query on our blog:
www.writingdayworkshops.com/blog
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Reposting this for all our fellow writers out there querying in January. Keep your head up! A new year is a perfect space for new opportunities, and querying is one of the pathways to get there. :)
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I will be (digitally) scurrying about these next few months! Catch me teaching online workshops with the Orange County Library System (FREE TO THE PUBLIC!) or join me at one of @writingdaywksp.bsky.social virtual pitch events! I hope I get to meet some of you. xx
A little Sunday inspiration for your feed. ❤️
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Kicking off my Bluesky debut with a writing contest announcement -- @writingdaywksp.bsky.social is seeking the first pages of adult mystery/thriller/suspense/crime novels! You can enter at tinyurl.com/wdwcontest5. Good luck! 😊
