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The Rose & Thorn June 2008 Newsletter
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barbara quinn
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Jun 12, 2008 14:39 PDT
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THE ROSE & THORN NEWSLETTER
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From: The Rose & Thorn Literary E-zine
www.theroseandthornezine.com
June 2008
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“You can't do anything about the length of your life, but you can do
something about its width and depth.” -- Shira Tehrani
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SPONSOR SPOT
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MARGARET REID POETRY CONTEST FOR TRADITIONAL
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Fifth year. Fourteen cash prizes totaling $5,250. Top prize $2,000.
Submit poems in traditional verse forms, such as sonnets and free verse.
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Writers. Postmark deadline: June 30. Judges: J.H. Reid, D.C. Konrad.
Submit online or mail to Winning Writers, Attn: Margaret Reid Poetry
Contest, 351 Pleasant Street, PMB 222, Northampton, MA 01060. Winning
Writers is proud to be one of "101 Best Websites for Writers" (Writer's
Digest, 2005-2008). More information: www.winningwriters.com/margaret
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NEWSLETTER CONTENTS
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* From the Editor's Pen
* From the Publisher’s Pen
* Special Announcements
* Of Literary Note
* Markets & Contests
* Author Interviews
* Book Reviews
* The Readers' Mailbag
* What We Are Up To
* Masthead
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FROM THE EDITOR'S PEN-
Kathryn Magendie
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Dear Readers,
This month marks the one-year anniversary since I began crafting the
newsletter. I can’t quite fathom how it has been a year since Barb asked
if I was interested in taking on this task. I immediately emailed back,
“Yes, of course I’m interested. Of course I can do it. Of course…sure.
Yes.” But, when I hit “send” I felt only terror. Me? Pulling together
The Rose & Thorn Newsletter? Oh god. I’d been helping Meredith here and
there with contests and markets, but to be responsible for an entire
newsletter sent my quivers to quivervating. I tackled the assignment
with enthusiastic panic, and the first newsletter I’d ever done slipped
through to your email accounts on June 2007.
Well, I am here to tell you all what a wise decision it was. This year
has clicheingly flown by, and I look forward to more, as long I am able
to provide fresh and interesting newsletter items for you all to enjoy.
Please send your comments and suggestions. We do read your mail and we
are interested in what you think.
I do hope you visit the links provided here, for you never know where
they will lead you; perhaps a market or contest that fits perfectly with
your writing, a magazine or zine that is looking for a story/poem/essay
you have been holding on to, or maybe you like to read good work and a
link will send you to a place you’ve always wished to be. Of course, I
hope you will enter The Rose & Thorn Ezine site and read the poems,
short stories, and essays provided for you. The summer issue is right
‘round the corner, chock full of gooey good stuff, as always!
My friends, it’s been quite a year, one that has seen successes, and
seen disappointment, but has always seen opportunity. I am wishing for
you all a great summer. Although The Rose & Thorn is closed to prose
submissions until September 9, why not polish up your work to submit to
us then?
Eat some ice-cream, have a Popsicle, take a walk in the warmth, drink a
glass of iced tea, go swimming, do it all, for summer is here. Ahhhh.
Kat
Senior Editor/Senior Newsletter Editor
www.kathrynmagendie.com
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FROM THE PUBLISHER’S PEN-
Barbara Quinn
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Dear Readers,
Thanks for being loyal supporters of The Rose & Thorn. Each time we send
out a newsletter, or publish an issue, some of you write in and tell us
how much you enjoy what we do. That means a lot to us. Having loyal
readers who appreciate our efforts makes everything worthwhile. The
staffers here volunteer their time because they believe in what they do.
They love it here, and when you write and say you love it too, it makes
a big difference.
We've grown so much over the past ten years. Besides the zine we have
Roses & Thorns, our blog, where you can read book reviews, author
interviews, and tips from staff members. We also feature guest posters.
Then there's the YOG, the Year of Gratitude Blog, which is still going
strong. In spite of the fact that I wake up grumpy every morning, I'm
managing to find things to be grateful for. Come on over and see how
Angie, Kat, Nannette, and I are facing this challenge of being grateful.
Our MySpace page is growing and expanding into new areas. We're excited
about the new direction we hope to take there featuring YA and other
things I won't mention till it does take off!
I’ll be talking about The Rose & Thorn and my writing on Conscious
Discussions, a blogtalk radio program hosted by Lillian Brummit. You can
check out the show live, or look for it in the archives afterward. The
show airs June 19. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/consciousdiscussions
Thank you Lillian for featuring us!
Enjoy the summer. Our summer issue should be live by mid-July.
If you find you have a few dollars to spare we are always in need of
donations and they will go toward keeping the zine the special place it
is.
Happy reading and writing,
Barb
Publisher/Managing Editor
GOT YOG?: http://barbaraquinnyearofgratitude.blogspot.com/
Roses & Thorns: http://roseandthornreviews.blogspot.com/
MySpace.com-Rose & Thorn: http://www.myspace.com/roseandthornlitzine
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CHECK OUT OUR NEW MASTHEAD
After all these years, you finally get to look upon the roses & thorns
of your favorite online publication. Check out our new masthead page at:
http://pratt.edu/~cgarza/
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R&T IS A PAYING MARKET
For each piece of fiction, poetry, and nonfiction The Rose &
Thorn publishes; we will pay $5 via PayPal. Yes, we'd love to pay more.
Donate, take out an ad, and fill our coffers.
Do submit. Guidelines are at the site—
www.theroseandthornezine.com
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HELP WANTED
Seeking strong, upbeat individuals who love all things literary.
Volunteer for a great site. Why? For the experience, for the pleasure of
learning and doing something you love, but most of all, to enhance our
global literary community of which you are an important part. We have
several staff positions available at The Rose & Thorn.
We especially need help with compiling and updating the staffer bios,
and with promotion of the site. Want to do a podcast for us? Or help us
become a presence on youtube?
We need YOU!
Contact Barbara Quinn at BAQu-@aol.com
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WHY NOT DONATE?
The award-winning Rose & Thorn Literary E-zine welcomes YOUR donations.
No amount is too small and all funds are used to keep this site going.
Did you know that we've been listed as one of Writer's Digest's Top 30
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an "Internet Envy" Site too? Or that we've been a Preditors & Editors
Truly Useful site? (Visit our awards page to see more.)
Please donate by clicking http://tinyurl.com/2zxn63
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
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The Rose & Thorn Ezine is closed to Prose submissions until September 9,
2008. Thank you for all your past submissions, and we look forward your
submissions in September.
Poetry submissions remain open.
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OF LITERARY NOTE
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ANTIGUA AND BARBUDA LITERARY FESTIVAL
Jolly Beach Resort, Antigua, November 7th-9th.
The 3rd annual Antigua and Barbuda International Literary Festival
reconvenes this November at the Jolly Beach Resort in Antigua. Join us
as we welcome an outstanding panel of prize-winning authors including
Junot Diaz, Zee Edgell, Ramabai Espinet, Lorna Goodison, Elizabeth
Nunez, Arnold Rampersad, Esmeralda Santiago and many others. Come and
hear published authors, editors, and literary agents speak about writing
and marketing best-selling books against a setting of sandy beaches and
crystal blue waters. Participants will have the opportunity of mingling
in an intimate setting with writers and other guests at planned
receptions as well as taking advantage of an array of activities offered
by the all-inclusive Jolly Beach Resort.
In addition, your participation will help to lend support to the
construction of a new Antigua and Barbuda National Library to replace
the one destroyed by earthquake in 1972.
Visit us at our website: www.antiguaandbarbudaliteraryfestival.com
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BE ON THE RADIO
Authors Read – where authors, storytellers and poets read from their
published work. Your host, Lillian Brummet, is the co-author of the
popular book promotion guide “Purple Snowflake Marketing – How to Make
Your Book Stand Out in a Crowd”. Lillian is also the host of the
Conscious Discussions talk radio show that airs 3 times a week. Visit
www.brummet.ca website for information about the world of writing and
how to appear on this radio show.
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SPIRE PRESS LITERARY PRESS
Spire Press is a non-profit, literary press specializing in poetry. Our
organization is mission-driven and we are increasing our efforts to help
our authors in every way. While we have contests, they are ethically run
and we offer fee waivers to those who cannot afford the reading fee. We
also offer an open reading period with no fees.
SPIRE PRESS LINK: www.spirepress.org
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THE BUZZ
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LITERACY, INC.
Literacy Inc. is a non-profit organization started by author Deborah
Leblanc. Literacy has been a national concern for years as evidenced by
the foreword noted in the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, “…too many
children in America are segregated by low expectations, illiteracy, and
self-doubt…But if we succeed in educating our youth, many other
successes will follow throughout our country and in the lives of our
citizens… For more, go to: http://www.literacyinc.com/
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POET’S CAFÉ INTERVIEW
Chris Crittenden is scheduled to be interviewed on the Poet's Cafe, a
radio show on KPFK Los Angeles, where he will tout the virtues of The
Rose & Thorn on air. Kudos to him, and to us for discovering such a
talented poet.
His interview will be pre-recorded in the studio on June 22 (air date
not yet determined). The KPFK web site has a "listen live" link, so
listeners can listen over the Internet from the comfort of home.
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SNIPLITS - AUDIO STORIES TO GO
Sniplits.com features the best in audio short stories. Unlike audiobooks
that can take hours to finish, these stories take just a snip of time.
They are the perfect pack-and-go entertainment for just about any pause
in your day. A 10-minute story might be just what you need for a coffee
break, while a two-minute story might make that wait in line at the
bank's drive through a little easier to take. How about a 20-minute
story for your lunch break, or a 40-minute story to get you through your
dental appointment?
Each week, Sniplits offers a free story of the week and the opportunity
to get to know new authors.
Barbara Quinn has been one of their featured authors. Wayne Scheer,
Rebecca Oliver, and Robert Friedman are a few other sniplits authors
with a connection to The Rose & Thorn. They would appreciate your
support. Stories start at 44 cents!
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ZINIO E-BOOKS
Zinio, a publishing, distribution, and retail-services company has over
100 classic books in e-book format, free for anyone to read.
www.zinio.com/classics
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MARKETS AND CONTESTS
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Readers should make sure to check sources carefully and to inquire about
references when appropriate. The Rose & Thorn cannot assume
responsibility for the sites and services mentioned below.
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ANOTHEREALM
Anotherealm.com is a monthly e-zine. New full length stories will be
offered each month, on approximately the first of the month.
Right now we do three kinds of stories, Full Length, Contest and Flash
Fiction. We do pay for full length stories. Contest and Flash Fiction we
don't pay for.
What are we looking for? SF/F/H stories with a strong plot and good
characters. Hard science fiction is always welcomed. What we don't want
is stories that are pornographic in nature. Use violence beyond the plot
line. Or anything that just isn't right for our audience.
http://anotherealm.com/guidelines/index.html
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108 CELEBRATING BASEBALL
108 welcomes unsolicited submissions of original and fresh fiction,
non-fiction, photographs, illustrations, and cartoons. All submissions
to 108 should relate to baseball and its historical and/or cultural
connection to society and community. If you’re still not sure what 108
is all about, review the table of contents for our current and past
issues.
Payment terms for materials published in 108 vary, but will be
determined contractually after selection by 108 and before the beginning
of the editorial process. Compensation for articles typically ranges
between $0.50 and $1.00 per word for written submissions, $50 and $500
per photograph or illustration, and between $100 and $500 per cartoon.
Compensation for cover art is open to negotiation. 108 prefers feature
articles and short fiction to be between 1,500 and 7,000 words.
For more guidelines, go to:
http://www.108mag.com/submissions.aspx
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SOTTO VOCE
Now accepting submissions!
Sotto Voce (http://sottovocemagazine.com) is now accepting submissions
for our first issue, scheduled for Fall 2008. We welcome submissions of
up to two pieces of fiction, three "short shorts", two essays, five
poems, or ten photographs/artwork items. Fiction is limited to 5,000
words, but we'll accept exceptional stories that exceed the limit.
"Short shorts" are limited to 500 words.
We expect simultaneous submissions, but we do reserve the right of first
publication (expires 120 days after initial appearance) as well as the
right to include your work in our annual print publication.
We accept submissions in all digital text formats (Microsoft Word
preferred) via e-mail attachment. We accept artwork and photographs in
all digital formats (JPG or TIF preferred).
Please include a cover letter with the following information: Name,
e-mail address, word count (if applicable), genre, and title. We respond
to all submissions within 15 days. Pays upon publication.
Send submissions to: submis-@sottovocemagazine.com
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DRUE HEINZ LITERATURE PRIZE
Hurry! Contest deadline is June 30!
For more than twenty five years the Drue Heinz Literature Prize has
recognized and supported writers of short fiction and made their work
available to readers around the world. The award is open to writers who
have published a book-length collection of fiction or at least three
short stories or novellas in commercial magazines or literary journals.
Send submissions to: Drue Heinz Literature Prize, University of
Pittsburgh Press, Eureka Building, Fifth Floor, 3400 Forbes Avenue,
Pittsburgh, PA 15260.
http://tinyurl.com/33gx6y
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GREAT LAKES COLLEGES ASSOCIATION NEW WRITERS
AWARD
Award for first publication in fiction, creative nonfiction, or poetry.
Writer must be nominated by publisher or can submit if self published.
Prize: Winners are invited to tour the GLCA colleges. An honorarium of
$500 will be guaranteed the author by each GLCA member college they
visit. Judged by professors from member colleges. Submit 4 copies of the
book to Greg Wegner, GLCA, 535 W. William, Ste. 301, Ann Arbor, MI
48103. No entry fee. http://www.glca.org/?news=96
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OUR-ECHO MONTHLY CONTEST
Everyone has a story. What's yours?
OurEcho is dedicated to capturing and sharing the individual "bits and
pieces" that define our local communities. It might be a bit of
interesting local history, an old photograph, a special memory or just a
funny story. We are particularly interested in those fascinating and
intriguing events/people (both large and small) that we all encounter as
part of the human experience. It might be something that happened
recently or something passed down to you through your family. Our goal
is to provide a forum for local communities to share who they are
through their stories and photographs. When you take the time to share
these reflection with others, you help us better understand you, the
world we live in, and if we are lucky, they help us better understand
ourselves.
No direct compensation is provided to those that choose to submit
pieces; however, we do administer a $100 monthly contest and numerous
content specific contests. OurEcho also donates to a number of charities
as a way of thanking those that contribute.
We hope that you will find time to contribute a story to our site.
http://tinyurl.com/6lnjql
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AUTHOR INTERVIEWS
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FRANK WILSON, RETIRED INQUIRER BOOK EDITOR
Interview by Nannette Croce
Frank Wilson is the recently retired book editor for The Philadelphia
Inquirer, where he assigned reviews and covered the book beat since
2000. As someone who has enjoyed the Inquirer’s Sunday reviews for many
years, I’m now enjoying his blog, BOOKS, INQ.: THE EPILOGUE. Frank was
kind enough to take time out recently to answer questions on books,
reviewing, publishing, and changes to the newspaper industry.
For the complete interview, go to: http://tinyurl.com/5m7l8l
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BOOK REVIEWS
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ALL THAT IS NOT GIVEN IS LOST BY GREG KUZMA
The Backwaters Press, 2007
Reviewed by Yu-Han Chao
Greg Kuzma’s long, slender poems stretch along pages so effortlessly it
is like reading one long story of memories, traveling from significant
moment to significant moment, occasionally focusing on meaningful
objects and glimpsing the silhouettes of characters from the past…for
more, go to: http://tinyurl.com/5puraj
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RECKONINGS, CONTEMPORARY SHORT FICTION BY
NATIVE AMERICAN WOMEN
Edited by: Hertha D. Sweet Wong, Lauren Stuart Muller, Jana Sequoya
Magdeleno
Oxford University Press, 2008
Reviewed by Nannette Croce
If you have not yet sampled Native American Lit, I strongly recommend
it, and Reckonings, Contemporary Short Fiction by Native American Women
is a great place to start.
The term Native American, of course, comprises many different nations
with their diverse cultures. Not all American Indians grow up on rural
reservations. Many live in urban settings…for more, go to:
http://tinyurl.com/64khcp
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BLOOD HARVEST BY BRANT RANDALL
Capital Crime Press, May 2008
Reviewed by Andrea Middendorf
Massachusetts, 1929. It is the time of Prohibition and moonshine, of
backroom political dealings and smoky rooms oozing with Jazz. Part of
this atmosphere is embedded within Blood Harvest, but there is another,
darker element that drives the story forward. Set in rural New England,
Blood Harvest tells the tale of the lynching of immigrant Nick
DeCosta…for more go to: http://tinyurl.com/5jwpw3
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THE FIRST PATIENT BY MICHAEL PALMER
St. Martin's Press
Reviewed by Laurel Fuller
We all wonder exactly what goes on behind closed doors at the White
House. We want to know what the people who run the country are like when
the cameras are off and when the press isn't listening. We wonder if
there really are secret conspiracies running the show from behind the
curtain, and whether or not one man—or woman—can, in fact, make a
difference. Michael Palmer's latest gives us, not a definitive answer,
but a fast-paced, frightening look at the inner cogs of the Washington
machine…for more, go to: http://tinyurl.com/678jwc
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More reviews by your favorite staffers are available
www.roseandthornreviews.blogspot.com/
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THE READER'S MAIL BAG
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Your feedback is welcome. Letters to the editor should be sent by
clicking "Reply" to this newsletter.
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WHAT WE'RE UP TO
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When the staff of the Rose & Thorn isn't slaving away over prose and
poetry, or at their day jobs, they're scribbling their own musings and
submitting to other worthy publications.
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CONTRACT FOR BOOK PUBLICATION & MFA PROGRAM
ACCEPTANCE
Assistant Poetry Editor Megan Roth was accepted in the MFA program for
poetry in the Creative Writing department at the University of Miami.
She was offered a full scholarship plus a stipend.
And! Megan has signed a book contract to write “The Green Guide to Daily
Living” (Cliff Road Books, 2008). A fun, easy to read book about living
green in every area of your life from building to buying produce to
vacationing in the summer. The book will be out in major book chains and
available online in November, 2008.
Megan says, “Hooray for the Rose & Thorn being an eco-friendly web
journal!”
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CHILDREN’S BOOK TO BE PUBLISHED
Assistant Editor Maggie Grinnell’s children’s picture book, “The Ketchup
Bottle and The Takeover” will be published by Living Waters Publishing.
This is a story about Tommy Tomato, a ketchup bottle who tries to take
over the refrigerator and the lesson he learns.
Check back for more news as the release dates draws near.
http://maggiegrinnell.lifeartz.com
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KENYON REVIEW WRITER’S WORKSHOP ACCEPTANCE
Co-Managing Editor Nannette Croce was accepted to the 2008
Kenyon Review Summer Writers Workshop at Kenyon College.
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ON THE RADIO
Barbara Quinn will be a guest of Lillian Brummet on the Conscious
Discussions radio show on June 19. She'll be discussing The Rose & Thorn
and her writing. It's Blog Talk Radio, and she'd love it if you tuned
in! Go to: http://tinyurl.com/68xmfy
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PEN TO PRESS RETREAT
From Editor Angie Ledbetter: “Me and my friend Kathryn M. are moseying
on down to New Orleans for a 5-day writer's conference (PEN TO PRESS) at
the end of May where we'll sweat blood over our manuscripts as we learn
how to polish them up in order to hook an agent and/or publisher.”
http://www.pentopressretreat.com/
Note afterwards: The retreat was a big success, with hopes of good
things to follow…stay tuned…
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SPRING AROUND THE ROSIE
Senior Editor Wil Hough & Spring around the Rosie:
“Racine Wisconsin, in an effort to promote its beautiful downtown on the
shores of Lake Michigan, took an idea from Chicago with the artistically
decorated cows they stuck all over the shopping areas a few years ago.
For the Sphere Madness celebration, Downtown Racine Corp. awarded some
blank 32 inch diameter fiberglass balls and a $100 check for expenses to
select local artists and one (me) from out of state -- I live in
Illinois. They invited me to take part because of the Underground
Railroad fresco I designed and painted at the Racine Heritage Museum.
The idea was for each of us to create something unique making use of the
ball as a "canvas." The artistic creations will be on display all summer
in front of various stores and galleries (there are a ton of art
galleries in Racine). During the Labor Day weekend, a judging will be
held to select three winners based upon artistry, creativity, and
whimsy. The competition is fierce, but I have high hopes. Anybody who
finds themselves in the locality between Chicago and Milwaukee would do
well to make a side excursion to enjoy this delightful little city.”
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STORY, POETRY, PHOTOGRAPHY
Kathryn Magendie’s photo of misty mountains has been published in the
summer issue of OCEAN Magazine.
Her short story “Swan’s Place” will be out in the July issue of “Lunch
Hour Stories.”
Three of her poems were recently published in “Cantaraville Three.”
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VIDEO HELP WANTED
R&T would like to create a video trailer for You Tube, and possibly a
podcast of the zine. If you have the skills to craft something for us
and want to pitch in - to great appreciation and love from all of us -
please email Barbara Quinn at baqu-@aol.com.
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AN INVITE BACK TO THE FORUM!
Dear Readers,
For both readers and writers interested in sharing work and interactive
commentary, be sure to visit our updated Community Forums. There, you
will discover folders for all forms of fiction, personal experiences,
poetry, and more. For those students bogged down with creative or essay
writing, this is the place to ask for help. Of course, the emphasis is
on interactive so, while you are not required to provide commentary, it
is welcomed and encouraged.
Access is available by clicking on the Community Forum hyperlink located
on the Rose & Thorn entry page.
Please note that the site depends on individual action to make it work.
Every explosion of applause begins with the first pair of hands serving
as a catalyst.
http://forum.uponfurtherreview.com/
Wil Hough
Senior Editor & Community Forum Manager
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YOUR AD CAN BE HERE
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Do you have a writing service, contest, publication, or product you'd
like to share with our sophisticated and talented readers? Why not take
an ad out in The Rose & Thorn? Our ads are most reasonable and start at
$20.
Advertise with The Rose & Thorn.
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DREAM QUEST ONE POETRY & WRITING CONTEST
Write a poem, thirty lines or fewer on any subject or write a short
story five pages maximum, single or double line spacing, on any subject
or theme, fiction or non-fiction. Multiple entries are accepted.
Postmark Deadline: July 31, 2008. Awards: Writing Contest First Prize is
$500; Second: $250; Third: $100. Poetry Contest First Prize: $250;
Second: $125; Third: $50. All contest winners will be published online
in the Dare to Dream pages, on August 31, 2008. Entry fees: Writing
Contest: $10 per short story. Poetry Contest: $5 per poem. Info: Include
title of poem or story, name, address, phone#, email, brief biographical
info. (Tell us a little about yourself) on the coversheet. Entry fees
payable to: “DREAMQUESTONE.COM”- Mail to: Dream Quest One Poetry &
Writing Contest, P.O. Box 3141, Chicago, IL 60654. Visit
http://www.dreamquestone.com for details and to enter!
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PURPLE SNOWFLAKE MARKETING
Purple Snowflake Marketing - How To Make Your Book Stand Out In A Crowd
is a reference guide for self-marketing authors who want to stand out in
a snowstorm of published books. With 21 appendices and well over 500
direct links authors can begin promotion activities with a click of
their mouse. It can be ordered through the publisher at
twilighttimesbooks.com or through online e-book suppliers such as
booklocker.com or fictionwise.com. Visit the author’s website at:
http://www.brummet.ca
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FEEDBACK AND WORD OF MOUSE WELCOME
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STAFF
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B.A. Quinn, Managing Editor and Publisher
Nannette Croce, Co-Managing Editor and Newsletter Editor
Kathryn Magendie, Senior Editor and Senior Newsletter Editor
C. Garza, Senior Editor
W. Hough, Senior Editor, Graphics Manager, Community Forum Administrator
Sandra Merz, Poetry Editor and Newsletter Editor
Eric Giere, Chief Webmaster
Nora Radcliffe-Capocy, Prose Editor
Angie Ledbetter, Prose Editor and Newsletter Editor
Dallas D’Angelo-Gary, Editor/Procedures Manager, Newsletter Editor
Karen Reiser, Prose Editor
Andrea Middendorf, Prose Editor
Liam Wilkinson, Cover Commentator
Jason Fryer, Content Producer
Erin McKnight, Assistant Editor
Cathy Biribauer, Assistant Editor
Kim Rush, Assistant Poetry Editor
Apryl Fox, Assistant Poetry Editor
Megan Roth, Assistant Poetry Editor
Laurel Fuller, Assistant Editor, Book Reviews
Maggie Grinnell, Assistant Editor, Blog
Jenn O’Neal, Assistant Editor, Proof-reader, Interviews
Rebecca Oliver, MySpace Manager
Yu-Han Chao, Blog Manager
Sheri Whitlock, Assistant Editor, Myspace
Samella McClary Brown, Assistant Editor, Community Forum
Deborah Laws, Blog Proof Reader
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