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Seeking women of all ages who have experienced challenging, negative, toxic and/or abusive relationships in the past and have overcome these situations to become the woman she was meant to be. Were you raised in an overly restrictive, negative, disempowering or abusive family? Did you find yourself in a challenging or toxic relationship with men, friends, co-workers or your children? How did those relationships define the "earlier you"? What was the turning point? Was there some person(s) o... Continue reading ...
BLUE CUBICLE PRESShttp://www.workerswritejournal.com/Issue seven of Workers Write! will be Tales from the Courtroom and will contain stories and poems from the legal worker's point of view (lawyers, judges, court reporters, bailiffs, and so on). Your story should be set anywhere legal work is performed, but we are not looking for stories about court cases or whodunits. Drop us a line if you have a question. The deadline for submissions is Sept. 1, 2010 (or until the issue is full).
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You are welcome to contribute to volumes nine and ten of a series dealing with various aspects of prayer and how people from every walk of life have been transformed through God’s responses to their prayers. Recent titles include Expecting Miracles and The Healing Touch. These books will be mailed monthly as part of a book club promotion, and will be exclusive to this readership.
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Choice Publishing Group is looking for original stories and essays from 250 to 2000 words about how you're living the American Dream. Each submission will be reviewed and considered based on creativity, originality, concept, and style. Reading will be continuous and submissions will be considered as they arrive. Not all works will be accepted. There is NO Entry or Reading Fee. The deadline... Continue reading ...
The preteen years – those years from nine to twelve can be rough from both a physical and emotional perspective. You are not a kid anymore but you are not yet a teen. There are so many issues to deal with and sometimes it feels like you are all alone. You are not! The stories in this book – almost all of them written by preteens just like you – will prove that to you. We are looking for stories that will inspire you, make you laugh, make you think and let you know that life is not as ba... Continue reading ...
PAY: $50 plus 2 copies
Have you taken the steps to leave Corporate America and begin your self employment journey? Maybe you accepted a lower paying job or are volunteering because it was more in line with your passions. Has money become less important (still important though) than pursuing your life’s work?Then we want to hear from you.
Sunset Pointe Press is accepting submissions for CORPORATE DROP OUT SUCCESS STO...
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“For this anthology of inspirational true stories, we are looking for narrative personal essays (creative-nonfiction short stories) written by and for Christian women that reveal myriad ways in which one’s faith has provided (provides) insight, guidance, comfort, and joy in navigating one’s life. Stories must be original, unpublished, true, and positive. Stories can focus on any of life’s challenges and/or blessings, and can be either serious or humorous or contain elements of both li... Continue reading ...
Call for submissions: Got a favorite story about Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or New Year’s? Submit it now for inclusion in a collection of holiday stories. Deadline: July 31, 2010.
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Everyone loves Christmas and the holiday season. We reunite scattered family members, watch the wonder in a child's eyes, and feel the joy of giving gifts. The rituals of the holiday season give a rhythm to the years and create a foundation for our lives, as we gather with family, with our communities at church, at school, and even at the mall, to share the special spirit of the season, brightening those long winter days.
Our Christmas Magic book has been completed and will be released in... Continue reading ...
Becoming a new mom is the most amazing experience. From the moment that baby is placed in your arms, there is an incredible feeling only a new mother can know. This book celebrates the physical, emotional, and spiritual experience of having a child and creating a family. We are looking for heartwarming, insightful, and humorous stories about raising babies and toddlers that share with our readers the wonders of early motherhood. Stories should not extend past the toddler years. We are also lo... Continue reading ...
PAY: $50 plus 2 copies
Deadline: June 30, 2010
Have you stepped out on faith to pursue your life’s passion? Have you found a way to support your creative self-expression in a way that is fulfilling and rewarding, but does not compromise your integrity? Do you feel called or compelled to share your gifts and talents and can no longer work that nine-to-five grind? Then we want to hear from you. Sunset Pointe Press is accepting submissions for WE WALK BY FAITH, an anthology of writings by people... Continue reading ...
We are now in phase four of the Extraordinary Answers to Prayer series published by Guideposts.
For volume nine, how has God answered your prayers for your loved ones, or even enemies, to draw them closer to God? Maybe they don’t yet have a personal relationship with God and your prayers helped bring them to the Lord. Perhaps they have just wandered away and lost their need for Him. Or perhaps they are having major trauma and need to grow spiritually in order for God to bring change ...
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http://dreamofthings.com/today-arrived
After only a few months of accepting submissions, we are almost ready to publish the first Dream of Things anthology. Submissions will close for the “Saying Goodbye” anthology on June 30, 2010, and we will move into production mode shortly after that.
So this is a last call for submissions for “Saying Goodbye.” That said, there’s still plenty of time to submit your story. We would be particularly interested in stories about saying goodby... Continue reading ...
Divine Truth Press is currently acceptoing submission for its Cancer Anthology with an anticipated release date of October 2010 (Cancer Awareness Month)
Details: http://divinetruthpress.atwc1.com/submissions/cancer-anthology/
We want your true stories, essay, or poems about your journey, the journey of a loved one or your secondhand experience as caregiver or medical professional. We want the anger, the despair, the "why me, God?" and the moment you realized, that despite the ravages to your bo... Continue reading ...
What's Your Favorite Memory About Your Mom?
Everyone has a favorite story to share about their mother. Choice Publishing Group (Choice) is collecting stories about mothers for their new book Patchwork Path: Mother's Life. Choice is looking for original stories and essays from 250 to 2000 words about your mom. Each submission will be reviewed and considered based on creativity, originality, concept, and style. Reading will be continuous and submissions will be considered as they arrive. Not all... Continue reading ...
Colleen Sell is looking for women who have transformed themselves, their careers, or their lives in some fascinating or profound or unusual way to feature in a new book. This self-help/inspirational nonfiction book will profile 20-25 women of varying ages and backgrounds who have changed their lives for the better. She's interested only in fresh faces.
If you are interested in being featured in the book or would like to recommend any other ”hot mamas of reinvention” you think should ...
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101 Inspirational Stories about Counting Your Blessings and Having a Positive Attitude
This title is a continuation of the theme of our very popular past titles - Chicken Soup for the Soul: Count Your Blessings and Chicken Soup for the Soul: Tough Times, Tough People. We are looking for stories of optimism, faith and strength to encourage our readers to think positive in these challenging times.
What was the situation that inspired you to think positive? What changes did you make in your at... Continue reading ...
Call for submissions: Dream of Things plans to publish an anthology of coffee shop stories, and we want to include YOUR story! It could be something that happened to you in a coffee shop, or it could be something you witnessed. It might be about the customers, or it might be about the employees. Maybe it involves a mix-up when one person picks up somebody else's Triple Venti Soy White Mocha by mistake. Or maybe it's simply about the camaraderie of two people getting a cup of Joe before they... Continue reading ...
Whispering Angel Books is now accepting submissions for its next anthology, Living Lessons. The deadline is May 31, 2010. Living Lessons will focus on people who have positively impacted our lives by teaching us, directly or indirectly, important life lessons.
- Did someone help you learn a critical life lesson that changed you for the better?
- Did they turn you around when you were going down the wrong path?
- Did they open up your mind in a way that changed your life?
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Cecil Murphey is looking for submissions to The Christmas Spirit, the sequel to the successful "Christmas Miracles" book. He has contracted for this book with St. Martin's Press for the fall of 2011. Best-selling author, Debbie Macomber, has agreed to write the foreword.
The completed manuscript is due in the spring of 2010. Deadline is May 1, 2010
He seeks true stories that emphasize the significance of the Christmas season. So often, we get caught up in the busy-ness of the season-the shoppi... Continue reading ...
Dear Writer,
We are now in phase two of the Extraordinary Answers to Prayer series and I welcome you, as a valued writer, to join us. Guideposts has launched a series of 12 books on various aspects of prayer and how people from every walk of life have been transformed through God’s response to their prayers. These books will be mailed monthly as part of a book club promotion, and will be exclusive to this readership.
You may have contributed to the first three titles in this serie...
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Calling All Lovebirds: Submissions for Couples Reopened!
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Well, it seems we really can't get enough of silly love stories. Or tender, romantic, funny, and inspiring love stories, either. So we've reopened the submission window for A Cup of Comfort for Couples. Actually, we're not quite that fickle. It's just that we had to adjust our book-development schedule a bit, and figured we might as well give folks more time to write and submit more stories.
A Cup of Comfort for Couples w... | Continue reading ...
As many of you know this title was going to focus on the grieving and recovery process we humans go through after the loss of a beloved cat. However, despite the many heartwarming and inspirational stories you have submitted, we decided that the topic is too narrow. We have added to the book and changed the title to Chicken Soup for the Soul: My Cat's Life: 101 Stories about All the Ages and Stages of Our Feline Family Members. In its new form the book will focus on all the memorable ages and... Continue reading ...
We are working on the next volumes of the Guideposts series Extraordinary Answers to Prayer (formerly Incredible Power of Prayer) series and I welcome you to join us. Guideposts has launched a series of 12 compilation books on various aspects of prayer and how people from every walk of life have been transformed through God’s response to their prayers. These books will be available by mail only, sent monthly as part of a book series promotion.
You may have contributed to the first four ...
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As many of you know this title was going to focus on the grieving and recovery process we humans go through after the loss of a family dog. However, despite the many heartwarming and inspirational stories you have submitted, we decided that the topic is too narrow. We have added to the book and changed the title to Chicken Soup for the Soul: My Dog's Life: 101 Stories about All the Ages and Stages of Our Canine Companions. In it's new form the book will focus on all the memorable ages and sta... Continue reading ...
Everyone has a great story about the unconditional love between grandmothers and their grandchildren. We are looking for wonderful stories celebrating grandmothers and grandchildren, written by grandmothers about being a grandmother, and by grandchildren about their grandmothers. Stories about stepgrandmothers and honorary grandmothers are welcomed also. We are not looking for stories from children so please save those for a future book. The deadline date for story submissions is March 31, 20... Continue reading ...
What item brings you good memories?
Everyone has a favorite item or possession that we treasure because it helps us remember the special people and events of our lives. Choice Publishing Group (Choice) is collecting stories about favorite things for their new book Patchwork Path: Treasure Box.
Choice is looking for original stories and essays from 250 to 2000 words about your favorite possessions. EAch submission will be reviewed and considered based on creativity, originality, conc...
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http://www.dreamofthings.com/guidelineshttp://www.dreamofthings.com/workshop-2--- Dream of Things seeks creative nonfiction for anthologies of stories built around a central topic or theme, and motivational and inspirational gift books. See website for a complete list of current book projects. Pays royalties of 15% on hardback books, 10% on trade paperback books, and 20-40% on electronic books. Length 500 to 5,000 words. Previously published material okay as long as author has retained rights ... Continue reading ...
Silver Boomer Books seeks submissions for an anthology tentatively identified as Flashlight Memories. Submissions of prose and poetry should be submitted pursuant to these guidelines by March 15, 2010. The focus of the anthology is childhood reading. What events in your childhood led you to become a reader for life? Did you crawl between the sheets with a book and a flashlight? Did a friend or family member influence you? What books drew you into the world of literature? Send poetry or prose,... Continue reading ...
Seeking personal, engaging, and creative nonfiction essays for anthology to capture different experiences and feelings related to any aspect of Thanksgiving. Submissions can be humorous, inspiring, thought-provoking, or about variations on holiday traditions. 500-2000 words. They will consider poetry.
Deadline: January 31, 2010. Payment: 2 copies for accepted material. For information and guidelines, send e-mail to info@thanksgivingtales.com.
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Do you have a great story about a wacky or dysfunctional family member? We know you love them, but it's still great fun to read about all those crazy relatives and compare them to ours. Chicken Soup for the Soul: All in the Family has been a big hit, so let's do it again. Send us your stories, funny or serious. Submit under your real name, but rest assured we expect most of you to use pen names for publication and change the names of family members to protect the innocent (or guilty!). Storie... Continue reading ...
Becoming a new mom is the most amazing experience, unique and unlike any other. From the moment that baby is placed in your arms, there is an incredible feeling only a new mother can know. This book celebrates the physical, emotional, and spiritual experience of having a child and creating a family. We are looking for heartwarming, insightful, and humorous stories about raising babies and toddlers that share with our readers the wonders of early motherhood. Stories or poems, 300-1200 words, p... Continue reading ...
Being a mom is one of the most challenging -- and yet rewarding --jobs a woman can have. With God on your parenting team, the burdens are lighter and the rewards are sweeter. If you have a brief true story (up to 600 words) that shows God’s presence during a parenting moment, please share it along with an applicable Bible verse and a 2-3 sentence prayer. You will receive ten free copies of the book and $100 for each published devotion.
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Hi Writers,
Sometimes book projects evolve as they go along. That's what's happening with Love is a Flame. While we do want stories of rekindled and dramatically changed marriages, the shift has changed a bit to be more inclusive on the topic of What Makes a Marriage Work.
We'd like to hear a story about something you've learned works in marriage. Tell us about a time when you faced a challenge or conflict and how that was resolved, or a story from your life that illus... | Continue reading ...
Eat less - exercise more! We have all heard these simple words but, in reality, dieting and staying fit require a lot of work. Tell us about your commitment to health and fitness. What changes did you make in your eating habits? What kind of an exercise program did you follow that made the difference? Were you still able to treat yourself to that occasional delicious piece of chocolate cake and stay in shape? The true stories in this book will inspire you, make you laugh, touch your heart, an... Continue reading ...
Father's Day will be here before you know it, and what better way to celebrate than to give your father a Chicken Soup for the Soul book with your own story in it! Share your stories of good times with your father. We are looking for funny, quirky, and unusual stories, as well as those heartwarming stories about the unique ways that our fathers help us and show their love for us. We are not looking for eulogies, life stories, or very serious stories, as we already have plenty of those in the ... Continue reading ...
We love the holidays! They are a magical time of the year; a time of family, friends and traditions. They can bring special joy and unexpected blessings into our lives. Please share your Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanzaa stories with us... stories that will touch the souls and warm the hearts of our readers. The deadline date for story submissions is January 15, 2010.
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Silver Boomer Books seeks submissions for an anthology tentatively identified as A Pinch and a Dash - recipes from home and long ago. Submissions of prose and poetry should be submitted pursuant to these guidelines by January 15, 2010. The focus of the anthology is family or friendship memories associated with a particular meal or food. We're asking for the recipe as well as the poem or prose about it. You will be asserting you have the right to publish the recipe in your name. If it is copie... Continue reading ...
Literary Essays Wanted PAY: $100
Bona Fide Books seeks literary essays about experiences living and working in any US National Park for a collection about life in our parks. Some go seeking commune with nature; others to escape. Diverse park experiences are desired. Although we enjoy tree-hugging epiphanies, we also want to read about day-to-day life, and the societal, environmental, and existential implications of life in the park. What happened there, and how did it influence your life? (Hu... Continue reading ...
Eagle Wings Press anticipates the publication of anthologies by authors working Twelve Step programs. The recovery anthologies will be similar to Silver Boomers: A Collection of Prose and Poetry by and About Baby Boomers and Freckles to Wrinkles published by our parent publisher, Silver Boomer Books. They will be based on the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and the many other programs utilizing the basic blueprint set out in the book Alcoholics Anonymous. Our current plan is first to foc... Continue reading ...
Mothers and daughters… they are, at the same time, very similar and also completely unique. Mothers show daughters who they will become. Daughters live out mothers’ dreams. Through birth, childhood, teen years, adulthood, grandchildren, aging, and every step in between, this relationship can be the best, the hardest, and the sweetest.
The deadline date for story submissions is December 31, 2009.
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http://patchworkpath.com/index.php/story-callsEveryone has a favorite Christmas memory or story to share. Choice Publishing Group (CPG) is collecting these stories and memories about Christmas for their new book Patchwork Path: Christmas Stocking.
CPG is looking for original stories and essays from 250 to 2000 words about Christmas. Each submission will be reviewed and considered based on creativity, originality, concept, and style. Previously published material will be considered. Reading wil... Continue reading ...
You may recall my role as editor for story collections in the Cup of Comfort series or the Guideposts series on prayer. But one of my most impactful story projects was Love Is a Verb: Stories of What Happens When Love Comes Alive, with Dr. Gary Chapman. In the spirit of The Five Love Languages, this volume explored how learning to become a more loving person invigorates relationships. We are following this with Love Is a Flame: Stories of How Marriages Regain Their Passion, which will have a... Continue reading ...
A Cup of Comfort® for Golfers:
Stories that celebrate the follies, the triumphs, and the joy of the game
This anthology will feature upbeat, insightful, inspiring, and humorous true stories about learning, playing, and enjoying the uniquely challenging and satisfying game of golf. The book will include stories about golfers of every age and of every persuasion—amateur, pro, casual, recreational, hard-core, newbie. Most of the stories will be written by golfers, but...
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We are now in phase two of the Incredible Power of Prayer series and I welcome you to join us. Guideposts is launching a series of 12 books on various aspects of prayer and how people from every walk of life have been transformed through God’s response to their prayers. These books will be available by mail only, sent monthly as part of a book series promotion.
Book four, From Tragedy to Triumph, deals with the pervasive issues related to our trials, hardships, and suffering in life, wh...
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Feedback from retailers and our readers suggest there are many wonderful stories by and about Christians that are excluded when focusing only on pastors. In order to convey a more inclusive concept, embracing all the faithful, including lay ministers, children, and Christians of every denomination, we have changed the title for The Ultimate Pastor to The Ultimate Christian Living: Uplifting Stories and Profound Advice about Faith and Fellowship.We have also extended the submission deadline fo... Continue reading ...
Deadline: December 1, 2009. Jeanette Sharp is looking for submissions to a new anthology series for short, answered prayer stories, called "Hurray God!" Length is 480-1,500 words. Prefers first person, but accepts third. Use their online form only for submissions (www.hurraygod.com). No reprints or queries. Accepts previously published, if author holds the copyrights.Notifies by e-mail. Pays $50, plus a copy of the book. Full guidelines at: http://www.hurraygod.com/writers-guidelines
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A book of personal, true stories from pastors and the Christians whose lives have been touched by their ministry. If you have a passion for God, His word, and His people, we invite you to share your stories of faith, service to others and the role spiritual leaders have played in your journey.
Submission deadline: August 15, 2009
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How does ecological awareness inform spiritual practice? Is sustainable living possible? Is it prescribed by religious tradition? We are currently looking for thoughtful, well-written essays that explore these and other questions regarding the sometimes strained, often misunderstood relationship between ecology and spirituality. Click here for more information about this project. Submissions of creative nonfiction under 5,000 words should be sent to ...
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TBRA publishes over one hundred freelance submissions a year. We purchase one-time rights for $100 per submission upon acceptance. The best submissions are in first person. All submissions must be at least 850 words, and no more than 2,000. The literature is written specifically for oral interpretation. This means that each book of the TBRA series is written to be read aloud, and to meet the time constraints of competition. By submitting, you are supp... Continue reading ...
It is said that love works in mysterious ways. And this anthology will reveal the many mysteries as well as the inner workings of true love. Of course, being a "happy couple" involves more than being in love, and making a romantic relationship work takes more than romance. So this book will feature uplifting true stories with a balanced mix of tones—romantic, poignant, humorous—and on a wide range of topics: From falling in love to the secrets of lasting love. From celebrating special mom... Continue reading ...
New Extended Deadline
Chicken Soup for the Soul, A Book of Miracles, with co-author LeAnn Thieman, is looking for true stories showing signs and wonders God is performing today. We invite people of all faiths to share their stories of ordinary people whose lives are transformed by wondrous events. Whether a "Divine coincidence," an appearance of God, or answered prayers, this book will show God's miracle power in action, alive and very active in the world today!
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Life Without Dad series - the current series under development - will be divided into a mixture of different underlying themes that thread together similar stories. These themes are meant to help rekindle some memories to form the basis of your story. There is no need to limit your story to neatly fit into the array of themes listed. We are open to new and unique themes that we might not have thought about; just let us know the theme that runs through your story. Beauty • Belief •... Continue reading ...
http://www.chickensoup.com/form.asp?cid=possible_booksWe are looking for stories of thanks from "children" of all ages about their moms. These stories of innumerable joys and challenges will touch your heart, make you laugh, inspire you and remind you that it doesn't matter how old you are, the job of a parent never ends.
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Teresa Peluso sends this update on books in the Ultimate series:
Our retailers have specifically asked us for two titles this fall; one that's been on the list, The Ultimate Runner, and one newly added, The Ultimate Bird Lover. To be published in November 2009, our deadline for submissions on these two books is June 15, 2009.
Please visit www.ultimatehcibooks.com for chapter descriptions for these two titles with deadlines pending. You'll also find everything you need to know about format a... Continue reading ...
http://www.chickensoup.com/form.asp?cid=possible_booksWe have all had that one teacher who has made a difference in our lives. And teachers, remember that one student who made you know why you decided to be a teacher and who you will never forget? We are looking for stories from both teachers and students that will tell that unforgettable story.
The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009. Pay usually $200.
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I’d like to invite you to be part of an exciting new series that Guideposts is sponsoring: The Incredible Power of Prayer.
You may have contributed to one or more of my story volumes in A Cup of Comfort, Life Savors, or Love is a Verb. Great! I’d love to hear from you whether you’re a previous associate or have not yet submitted anything to my projects.
Prayer is the heartbeat of the Christian life and is an amazing gift from God to us. A prayer in faith can spur God’s heart t...
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http://www.chickensoup.com/form.asp?cid=possible_booksWe are looking for stories of thanks from "children" of all ages about their dads. These stories of innumerable joys and challenges will touch your heart, make you laugh, inspire you and remind you that it doesn't matter how old you are, the job of a parent never ends.
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CURRENT NEEDS: "We are accepting stories for our sixth issue, Tales from the Capitol - stories from the government workers' point of view, 500 - 5000 words. We are also looking for other workplace stories, between 5,000 and 12,000 words for our Overtime series (one-story chapbooks that are mailed out to subscribers during the year)." Pays $5-$50 depending on the word length and rights bought. Deadline August 1, 2009.
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This book will share humorous and fun stories from those who are actively enjoying their "senior years!" Tell us about your new careers, your volunteer work, your sports, your travels, and those things you always wanted to do that you are finally doing.
The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.
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Whether you are a triathlete, a duathlete, or you just love to swim, run, or cycle, we want to hear about your sports, your races, and how endurance sports fit into your life, whether you are an amateur, a student athlete, or a pro.
The deadline date for story submissions is June 30, 2009.
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Another wonderful collection of heartwarming and humorous stories about what we learned from our feline family members.
Nonfiction stories and poems, 300-1200 words. Pays. $200.
The deadline date for story submissions is March 31, 2009.
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Stories that celebrate generosity, compassion, and volunteerism
Yes, we can make a positive difference in the world. And this Cup of Comfort anthology will feature living examples of good Samaritans whose good deeds inspire others to do their part to make the world a better place or to just make life a little bit easier—for loved ones, neighbors, strangers, future generations, or any of God’s creatures, great and small. Potential themes incl...
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Stories that celebrate the women who gave us everything
While it’s true that each of us has “only one mother the wide world over,” there are many different ways to be a mother and many different forms and flavors of mother-child relationships. And in this Cup of Comfort anthology we want to capture it all—with personal stories about a wide range of mothering and mother-child experiences, including those that test your mettle as well as t...
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Eat less - exercise more! We have all heard these simple words but, in reality, dieting and staying fit require a lot of work. Tell us about your commitment to health and fitness. What changes did you make in your eating habits? What kind of an exercise program did you follow that made the difference? Were you still able to treat yourself to that occasional delicious piece of chocolate cake and stay in shape? The true stories in this book will inspire you, make you laugh, touch your heart, an... Continue reading ...
101 True Stories Exploring the Fine Line between Comedy and Tragedy in our Dysfunctional Families
Almost everyone thinks their own family is dysfunctional, or at least has a dysfunctional member or two.
We are looking for true stories and poems about your family. Stories can be serious or hilarious, or both, and should help readers understand that their families are not so different from those of other people. Many of us have the same in-laws, siblings, parents, etc.
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101 Heartwarming and Humorous Stories about Dating, Romance, Love and Marriage.
Everyone loves a good love story. And we all love stories about how the love started and blossomed.
Join us in a fun new book about dating, romance, love, and marriage, scheduled for publication in January 2010, just in time for Valentine's Day.
We are looking for true stories and poems about your soulmate, your true love, the one that got away, and all the ups and downs of your love life. Stories c... | | Continue reading ...
Dogs have always been considered companions and playmates that brighten and enrich our lives but they are also wonderful and amazing teachers. The lessons we learn from our canine friends come in all shapes and sizes, just like they do. In this book, we are asking dog lovers to share the lessons they have learned from our greatest heroes and healers. The stories we are looking for should be inspirational, joyous, poignant, or amusing about the valuable, heartwarming, and often funny, lessons ... Continue reading ...
The connection between father and child can be as deep as the ocean, as strong as a mountain, and as uplifting as fresh air. For all its rewards, though, fatherhood is not without its challenges. And for all the gifts dads bring to their kids' lives, dads sometimes falter and fumble. Yet, the father-child bond forms, holds, and grows. A Cup of Comfort for Fathers will feature inspiring and insight true stories about the life-defining and life-enriching relationships and experiences shared by ... Continue reading ...
Chicken Soup for the Soul, A Book of Miracles, with co-author LeAnn Thieman, is looking for true stories showing signs and wonders God is performing today. We invite people of all faiths to share their stories of ordinary people whose lives are transformed by wondrous events. Whether a "Divine coincidence," an appearance of God, or answered prayers, this book will show God's miracle power in action, alive and very active in the world today!
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An amazing colleciton of 101 stories from soldiers who defend and protect our country - both active and retired - and from their families who make sacrifices when their loved ones are far away. You will be overcome with emotion as you read these stories that will acknowledge, entertain and inspire you and will leave you with admiration and gratitude for our nation's best and brightest.
The deadline date for story submissions is March 31, 2009.
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We are all going through difficult times right now, some with more dire consequences than others. We would like to know what changes you are making in your lives that reflect the times. Are you downsizing, making do with less, discovering new joy in a simpler life? These stories will give you, our readers, inspiration and insight into how others are coping.
The deadline date for story submissions is March 31, 2009. Pay usually $200.
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