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    Introduce yourself, or get to know our members and interview guests.

    1. Site News and Announcements

      What's happening on WF - Staff Announcements

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      1. The READ ME! Room,
      2. Staff News and Announcements

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    2. Introduce Yourself

      Don't be shy. Step up and introduce yourself as a person.
      NB- Do not post links or promote works or sites here.
      Dedicated Admin: PiP

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      1. J.T. Chris

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    3. WF Member Interviews

      Dedicated space for WritingForums.com member interviews. This forum is visible to everyone.

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      1. PiP

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    4. The Emporium - Members' Published Books

      For the promotion of books (and more) published by FoWF (Friends of WF), Veterans and Staff.

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  2. Writing Related Threads / Posts  Last Post

    General discussions and questions about writing and how to make yours better.

    1. Writing Discussion

      Discuss all aspects of writing and editing; exchange advice and share tips & tricks.

      Moderators:

      1. Squalid Glass,
      2. Phil Istine

      Sub-Forums:

      1. SPAG - Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar,
      2. HATS - Hints and Tips

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    2. Advanced Writing Discussions

      For essays and responses to writing topics; not about individual works or individual FAQs.

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      1. Squalid Glass,
      2. Phil Istine

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    3. Research

      Research for your story or poem. Ask about history, technology, language etc.

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      1. Squalid Glass,
      2. Phil Istine

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  3. Publishing Threads / Posts  Last Post

    All things published and how to get there.

    1. Beta Reading

      A space for WF Members to seek Beta Readers for their writing projects, or to offer Beta Reading services.

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      1. Beta Reading Discussions

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    2. Publishing Discussion

      Discussion and questions about general publishing issues

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    3. Traditional Publishing

      Questions and discussion addressing working with agents and traditional publishing houses

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    4. Self-Publishing

      Discussion about the processes, procedures and approaches used for self-publishing original works

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    5. Editing

      Tips and advice on effective editing and preparation of original works

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    6. Periodicals (on/off-line)

      Questions and discussion about literary publications and magazines, both print and digital

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    7. Marketing

      For Questions and Discussions relating to Pre- and Post-Publication Marketing of your original works.

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    8. Outside Invitations and Calls for Submissions

      Outsider (non-WF) invitations and calls for submissions.

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  4. WF Challenges, Contests & Prompts Threads / Posts  Last Post

    The increasingly popular monthly 'Literary Maneuvers' fiction and Poetry challenges etc. can be found here.

    1. Lean and Mean PRIZE Flash Fiction Challenge

      Join our weekly flash fiction challenge. If you're not in you can't win!

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    2. Literary Maneuvers - Fiction Competitions

      Monthly prompt writing challenges, competition, feedback 'n' fun.

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    3. Poetry Challenges

      Monthly challenge to display your poetic prowess. Join in on the fun and challenge yourself.

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    4. WF Challenges

      Take a step on the adventurous side and try one of our fast and furious writing challenges.

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  5. POETRY Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. Poetry

      Share your poetry to this forum for comment and feedback. Please don't forget to reciprocate and help fellow poets.
      To retain exclusive or first publication rights to your works use the Poetry Workshop.
      N.B. If you only wish to showcase your finished work, please use your WF Blog and not the poetry board.

      Dedicated Patron: rcallaci
      Dedicated Senior Mentor: Firemajic

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    2. Poetry Nuts & Bolts

      Discuss poetic techniques, forms and styles, hints and tips. (Please do not post poetry for critique here other than specific examples to aid discussion).

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      2. Chesters Daughter,
      3. rcallaci

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    3. Poetry Discussion

      For general poetry discussion. Please do not post poetry for critique here.

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      1. Chesters Daughter,
      2. Darren White,
      3. Gumby,
      4. rcallaci

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    4. Published Poetry and Lyrics

      Discuss the work of poets and songwriters.

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      1. Gumby,
      2. Chesters Daughter,
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    5. Poetry Prompts and Word Games

      Other challenges, prompts and poetic word games

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      3. rcallaci

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    6. NaPoWriMo

      April is National Poetry Month. The challenge is to write 30 poems in 30 days. It's NaPoWriMo, and it only gets verse!

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      1. PiP,
      2. Darren White,
      3. Gumby,
      4. Chesters Daughter,
      5. rcallaci

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  6. Prose - Fiction and Scripts Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Be aware that posts in this forum are visible to non members and search engines. If you wish to retain exclusive or first publication rights to your works, you should post them in the appropriate Workshop.

    1. General Fiction

      Share your short stories, novel excerpts, genre fiction and flash fiction, for critique and comment. NB: Posts are visible to everyone. Sorry, no fanfic please! Dedicated Advanced Mentor: bdcharles (Creative Area - Fiction).

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      1. Children's and Young Adult Stories,
      2. Humour,
      3. Crime and Thriller Fiction,
      4. Romance,
      5. Multi-Chapter and Collected Works NFP

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    2. Fantasy, Sci-Fi and Horror

      Post in these genres for reviews and critique
      Dedicated Advanced Mentor: bdcharles

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    3. Scripts

      Post your plays and film scripts.

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    4. NaNoWriMo

      National Novel Writing Month plans, progress, help and support.

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  7. Prose - Non Fiction Threads / Posts  Last Post

    All posts in this forum are visible to everyone. Posted original works are, therefore, deemed self published in law, although not not published by WF, and are no longer publishable under exclusive or first rights agreements. To protect first rights or exclusive publication status, please post your original works for critique in the appropriate Workshop board.

    1. Non-Fiction

      Your essays, op-eds, articles and reviews for critical appraisal
      Dedicated Patron: Olly Buckle.

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  8. All Things Music Threads / Posts  Last Post

    1. Artists and Genres

      For discussion of your favorite musical artists and/or genres . Or you can write a journal about your favorite band/artist/genre. Please state your genre or artist in the title.

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      1. PiP

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    2. General Music Discussion

      To discuss anything music related in general. Write an album review or just talk about music in general and chillax!

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      1. PiP

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    3. Lyrics

      Share your original songs here for fun and feedback

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      1. PiP

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    4. Music

      Share links and discussions about YOUR own music and instruments here.

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      1. PiP

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  9. The Living Areas Threads / Posts  Last Post

    Share, play, or just relax

    1. The Lounge

      General discussions and off-topic posts welcome here.

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      1. J.T. Chris

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    2. That's Life!

      So, what's happening, has happened, or will happen, in your life?

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      1. J.T. Chris

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    3. Visual Arts

      Painting, sculpture, photography, all things visual made by our members.

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      1. J.T. Chris

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      1. Film making, TV, video and Theatre

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    4. Crafts and Creative Hobbies

      Share your crafts and creative hobbies.

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      1. J.T. Chris

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    5. The Games Room

      Word Games, RPGs, and Procrastination Central. Play On!

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      1. Procrastination Central - Fun & Games Only,
      2. Word Games,
      3. RPGs - Lock and Load

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    Links and happenings outside WF.

    1. WF Beyond the Forum

      The WritingForums.com and its members past, present, and future online or published presence outside of the home forum - Facebook, Flashes, Showcase, Publishing projects. Plus Outside Resources and more!

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      1. PiP

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    2. Books & Authors, Reviews & Recommendations

      Share your recommended reading.

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    3. Featured Guest Interviews

      The authors and publishing industry professionals who graciously agreed to be interviewed and to share their insights with our members.

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      1. PiP

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    4. WF Podcasts

      Podcast interviews, Guest Speakers, Readings of COF, LM and Poetry.

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    5. Outside Resources

      All the things - goods and services, or helpful sites - on offer to writers and creative artists and available online.

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      1. Writers' Resources

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      Questions, Suggestions, Comments and Complaints. All new threads require moderator approval; some may be actioned off the boards, others featured in the newsletter.

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      New and past WF Newsletter announcement and comments threads can be found here.

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