Helpful advice for writers

A few links to some helpful sites I have used over time

I have listed some links to aid any writer eager to get their work published.


A set of links to easily explain P.O.V. and ways to correct your manuscript.

http://www.foremostpress.com/authors/articles/p_o_v.html
http://www.foremostpress.com/authors/articles/pov_made_simple.html
http://www.foremostpress.com/authors/articles/bullet_proof.html
http://www.ebooksonthe.net/authorsonthenet/critter/bugs.html
http://www.foremostpress.com/authors/articles/ten_mistakes.html
http://www.foremostpress.com/authors/articles/rejection.html
http://www.foremostpress.com/authors/articles/viewpoint.html


Get your query letter honed to perfection with these useful links...

http://absolutewrite.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13531


Looking for an agent? My advice would be to use one from a reputable association...

http://www.writersservices.com/agent/us/agent_us.htm


This is a good place to check your agent out, before you sign anything you shouldn't...

http://www.sfwa.org/beware/


Getting the correct format for your manuscript

http://www.sfwa.org/writing/format_betancourt.htm


Why use an agency?
http://www.sfwa.org/beware/agents.html


Ever struggled to find just the right name for your characters? This might help...

http://www.babynames.com/Names/Alpha/?let=A


If you still need help on other subjects, have a look in the Absolute Write forum...

http://absolutewrite.com/forums/


Here is a good free tool that reads your writing back to you. Great for spotting mistakes!

http://www.snapfiles.com/reviews/ReadPlease_2003/readplease.html