Getting Published Page

• Writing creatively and successfully at ScribblePad (uk)
• Scribblepad was formed in late 2005 to offer a unique reference point on how to write creatively. Produced by a team of creative writers, Scibblepad provides readers with insight and extensive information on how to write creatively. They say "Our concern was that there was no single UK resource for interesting features and practical advice on this subject. Our features and articles are written by professional journalists and experts - who have a particular interest, or a background in this area."
  
• Flair for Words - writers editorial and evaluation service. manuscript editing
• This is a site for writers that you really shouldn't miss. Flair for Words was set up in 1988 and is the brain child of Cass and Janie Jackson. Their aim is to "give help/support/encouragement – and, if necessary, straight talking advice - to anybody involved with the magical world of words. That’s the reason for our existence and we’re available to our members (almost) 24/7."
  
• To Be Published.com
• A free website - www.tobepublished.com - has as its aim allowing unpublished writers to showcase samples of their work for rating by visitors to the site. This market-testing will provide feedback that can then be used to build a case to would-be publishers. Working on something at present, but not sure if you're heading in the right direction? Got a story or chapter that you would value the opinion of your peers on? Send it to www.tobepublished.com and get the invaluable comments and opinions of other writers. And whilst you're there leave a few comments of your own. Kind and constructive ones, naturally. Someone once said "Todays frank opinion is tomorrows treasured wisdom". Believe it.
  
• Writers Store - Essentials for Writers and Filmmakers
• Founded in 1982 under the name The Writers' Computer Store®, The Writers Store LLC is a privately owned resource center for writers and filmmakers worldwide. They say: "We simply strive every day to provide professional and aspiring writers and filmmakers with the best specialized products and information relevant to their success."
  
• Inter-Read - writers, readers, short stories and books world-wide
• Inter-Read is described as a not-for-profit writers’ showcase. Submit your short story, poetry or even extracts from your full-length books. Practically every genre you can think of is represented.
  
• WriteWords - writing community - jobs, directory, forums, articles for writers
• WriteWords is a site that “aims to be a source of inspiration and feedback to writers, offering support, advice, must-read interviews and articles from top writing names, as well as inside info on the latest writing jobs, opportunities, competitions and news.” Lots of good stuff here.
  
• Ideas4Writers.co.uk - publishing, self-publishing, ideas & inspiration
• Great ideas to make you a better writer. Hundreds of ideas to inspire and improve your writing. 100 new ideas every month, plus what ifs, anniversaries, writing engines, discussion forums, writers' bookshop, computer & word processor help and much more.
  
• BBC - WritersRoom
• Visit The Writers Room at the BBC website for much useful information on writing for TV, Radio and Film. Download Word templates to help you set out your scripts correctly. The usual BBC quality.
  They say: "BBC WritersRoom is always on the lookout for fresh, new, talented writers for a changing britain . when we find them, we do everything we can to get their voice heard."
  
• Everyone Who's Anyone in adult trade publishing,
• A website listing hundreds of top literary agents, editors and publishers in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. It’s an excellent resource, and best of all, it’s free! There’s also a quirky twist to these listings, take a look and you’ll see what I mean.
  
• Literary Agents search: find by genre in our uk literary agents directory
• Find UK literary agents and publishers in their searchable literary agents and publishers database / listing / directory. Writers and authors services, writers resources, authors resources, writers help, writers groups and circles. Authors help, new author, writers workshop, creative writing, proofreaders and editors, ghostwriters.
  
• The Hilary Johnson Authors' Advisory Service
• The Hilary Johnson Authors' Advisory Service is a "proven reading/criticism service for novelists, writers of short stories and children's books. also authors of full-length non-fiction. specialist advice available for science fiction/fantasy, radio/tv/film scripts and poetry."
  
• Association of Christian Writers
• The A.C.W. say they bring “many benefits whether you are wanting to write but don’t know how to get started, or whether you are an experienced author looking for new markets and fellowship with other Christian writers”.
  
• Jacqui Bennett Writers Bureau: for writers writing
• Lots of info on writers’ markets, writing competitions. Also provide a critique and editorial service. They say "become a published writer: getting published, writing courses, competitions, critique, editorial and advisory services for writers in all genres."
  
• The Literary Consultancy: scouts for leading literary agents
• These folk aim to give “First class, market informed, editorial advice to writers at any level of English”. They will provide “assessment of fiction, non-fiction, autobiography, scripts and poetry at all stages of development”. Which just about covers it!
  
• Infinity Junction - publish and sell your book, novel, etc, click the pic or go below
• This web site is...different. From the zany online saga “Nesstown Zoo” to their eclectic list of published and self-published books. Specialising in publishing thought-provoking work which may not interest the big guys, their guiding principle is ‘interesting reading’. They also offer a set of services for POD (Print on Demand) and self publishers.
  
• PenPress.co.uk
• Pen Press Ltd offer a service to writers wishing to self-publish. This is what they say: “We are an organisation that offers services to facilitate publishing for self-financing writers, which include distribution and marketing. In return for your fee we offer editing/copy editing services, typesetting, artwork and cover design, blurb-writing and printing.” Check them out.
  
• Authors Online.co.uk
• Authors’ Online offer both electronic and, in some cases, POD (Print on Demand) books of their current catalogue. Check their “Publish with us” page and download the information pack.
  
• Publish your book through Diadem Books
• Diadem Books can edit, agent and publish your book, novel, memoir, self-help guide, business manual. published books will be available in Amazon and Barnes and Noble.
  
• Writing Base
• Writing base is the blog of Jo Philips whose speciality is ghostwriting. If you're looking for a ghostwriter, or want to know how to get started as a ghost writer, then this is a good place to start. Lots of useful links as well.
  
• Jurgen Wolff - Your Writing Coach
• An excellent site for the writer knuckling down to their first project. Sign up for Jurgen's free monthly creativity e-bulletin full of tips and techniques. Buy his book "Your Writing Coach" which is a genuine source of encouragement and inspiration.