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The Sub Club Newsletter β€’ 555 implied HN points β€’ 28 Oct 24
  1. There are many new opportunities for writers to submit their work, including 18 recently opened submission calls and contests. It's a great time to get your writing out there!
  2. Keep an eye on deadlines, as some contests and submission calls are closing soon. Make sure to submit your work on time to maximize your chances of getting published.
  3. Theme calls can spark creativity, so consider writing for specific themes. They can guide you to produce focused and relevant pieces that fit what magazines or journals are looking for.
The Sub Club Newsletter β€’ 356 implied HN points β€’ 21 Oct 24
  1. There are a lot of writing opportunities available right now, including contests and themed calls. Writers should look for these chances to get published.
  2. Submission deadlines can come up quickly, so it's important to stay organized and keep track of dates. Missing a deadline means missing out on a chance to share your work.
  3. Community support through submission accountability events can help writers stay motivated. Attending casual 'submit parties' can make the process feel less daunting.
The Sub Club Newsletter β€’ 416 implied HN points β€’ 14 Oct 24
  1. There are 197 new opportunities for writers to submit their work, including calls for submissions, contests, and themed projects. It's a great time for writers looking for places to share their stories.
  2. This week has a variety of submission deadlines, including 105 newly opened calls and 38 last chance submissions. Keeping track of these can help writers stay organized and ensure their work gets seen.
  3. Writers can also participate in upcoming submission accountability sessions, which provide casual support and feedback while submitting work. These sessions can be motivating and helpful for overcoming submission anxiety.
The Sub Club Newsletter β€’ 475 implied HN points β€’ 07 Oct 24
  1. There are 28 new places for writers to submit their work. This is great news for anyone looking to share their writing.
  2. Some calls for submissions have deadlines coming up soon, so it's important to act quickly if you're interested.
  3. There are also contests and theme calls available this week, offering more chances for recognition and publication.
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Freddie deBoer β€’ 1485 implied HN points β€’ 01 Feb 24
  1. 2023 book review contest winners announced: Alicia Kenworthy as the winner, Hal Johnson and Ethan Spiegelman as runners up.
  2. Reader Q&A opportunity open: Submit questions for a Q&A post before the end of February by replying directly to the email.
  3. Bi-monthly call for subscriber writing: Interested writers can submit their work for a chance to be shared with a mailing list of ~50,000 readers, following a specific format.
Bird History β€’ 79 implied HN points β€’ 05 Dec 23
  1. In the Progressive era, children learned to build birdhouses in school to protect birds and cultivate important life values.
  2. Building birdhouses in schools was not just about conservation, but also about nurturing a love for birds and nature in children.
  3. Birdhouse building contests were a common community event that engaged boys, taught craftsmanship, and promoted bird protection on a larger scale.