Micro-fiction, postcard fiction, flash fiction: whatever you call it, it's a distinct genre and it has its own markets. These places publish stories under 1,000 words.

Jan 30, 2008 - Sarah Turner

These literary magazines accept fiction from writers of all experience levels, and are a great way for writers to gain added exposure for their fiction.

Mar 21, 2007 - Ken Brosky

Fiction prose doesn't have to be long to be engaging. Flash fiction, sometimes called micro fiction, can tell a story and capture a reader in few words.

Aug 29, 2010 - Lizz Shepherd

These online magazines offer payment for short stories under 1,000 words in length.

Sep 6, 2009 - Michelle Schusterman

This article defines flash fiction and suggests current markets for short works of around 1,000 words.

Feb 10, 2012 - Vickie Britton

One important piece of advice offered by fiction writers is to read - a lot and widely.

Jan 28, 2009 - Lesley Munnichs

Forewords are typically included in non-fiction books, but they can work as a marketing tool for fiction as well.

Nov 6, 2011 - Renee Miller

With a enormous number of book publishers, newspapers and magazines, it is only by doing solid market research that a writer will find their way through this maze.

Mar 15, 2009 - Lesley Munnichs

The importance of maintaining an author's website and the advantages it can offer.

May 27, 2011 - Thomas Brown

Fiction writers can earn money by publishing short stories, series, and poems in all genres of fiction magazines.

Sep 16, 2009 - Michelle Schusterman

How to use a blog to serialize that great story and keep readers begging for more. Writing serial fiction is easy and a great way to learn to write.

Mar 27, 2010 - Sandra Fowke

Most writers choose to write about what they know best, their favourite genre, or their hobbies and interests - But is that going to sell?

May 12, 2009 - Angie Briscoe

People buy non-fiction books to learn about experiences and skills, whereas they buy fiction for entertainment.

Jun 26, 2009 - Debbie Roome

School and library publishers are busy publishing thousands of children's books. This is a great market for experienced and new children's writers.

Jan 21, 2010 - K.D. Kuch

Woman's fiction is written specifically for women. It often contains elements of romance, drama, adventure, and sometimes even science fiction or fantasy.

Jun 29, 2011 - Leigh-Ann Andersen

Children's writing is big business as Sarah Molloy, agent at AM Heath, knows full well. Have you remembered what it's like to be a child?

Dec 8, 2009 - Kate Pain

Horror, as a literary genre, is exciting and satisfying. Intended to both terrify and horrify, horror fiction can be a challenge to write.

Jun 4, 2011 - Leigh-Ann Andersen

Western fiction is a genre whose popularity waxes and wanes, but it never really goes away. It is a fun genre with room for creativity and excitement.

May 28, 2011 - Leigh-Ann Andersen

Benefit from the experience of children's author Vashti Farrer: timely advice for writers who want to submit historical fiction to children's book publishers.

Nov 17, 2009 - Marg McAlister