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Writers of the Future 3rd Quarter Winners

Writers of the Future 3rd Quarter Winners Announced for Volume 41

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The judging results are in! And here are the 3rd Quarter 2024 Writers of the Future Contest winners for Volume 41. Congratulations to you all!
Illustrators of the Future 3rd Quarter Winners

Illustrators of the Future 3rd Quarter Winners Announced for Volume 41

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Here are the 3rd Quarter 2024 Illustrators of the Future Contest winners for Volume 41. Congratulations to you all!
author Kal M

You Don’t Need to Fit In

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Hey, you. Yes, you, the one fretting in front of the computer because you’re too nervous to start on that story.
Sky McKinnon at the Writers Workshop 2024

Sky McKinnon: Entering, Exiting, Entering Again

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My first dirty secret is that my winning story was not originally written for Writers of the Future.
Writers of the Future 2nd Quarter Winners

Writers of the Future 2nd Quarter Winners Announced for Volume 41

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The judging results are in! And here are the 2nd Quarter 2024 Writers of the Future Contest winners for Volume 41. Congratulations to you all!
Illustrators of the Future 2nd Quarter Winners

Illustrators of the Future 2nd Quarter Winners Announced for Volume 41

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Here are the 2nd Quarter 2024 Illustrators of the Future Contest winners for Volume 41. Congratulations to you all!
Rose and Alice Robilliard

Becoming Writers of the Future

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Rose and Alice Robilliard provide their journey blog to winning the Contest and becoming Writers of the Future.
Award-Winning Author Stephannie Tallent

Don’t Let Rejections Stop You

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On rejections: I’ve gathered a LOT of rejections. Rejections are not personal.
James Davies

Beta Reading for Better Writing

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James Davies shares insights on winning the Writers of the Future Contest: talent, hard work, and a bit of luck. His journey reflects perseverance and dedication to honing the craft amidst life's challenges.
2024 Golden Pen Winner Jack Nash

Write For an Audience of One

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When I started writing, I was mimicking my favorite authors. I was trying to game the system and aim for what I thought an editor might be looking for.
Steve Bentley

Learning to Call Myself an Artist

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That point when I was finally able to call myself an artist.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 8

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 8

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After a restful morning post-gala, winners delved into workshops on self-promotion and media engagement. They received advice on public relations, social media, elevator pitches, and SEO, culminating in recognition and a group photo.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 7

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 7

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The Gala at Taglyan Complex was a Hollywood-worthy extravaganza celebrating the 40th anniversary of L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers and Illustrators of the Future. Amidst themed glamour, winners and judges enjoyed a sumptuous dinner, thrilling performances, and prestigious awards.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 6

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 6

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Writers received advice from Orson Scott Card, S.M. Stirling, Nnedi Okorafor, Kevin J. Anderson, Rebecca Moesta, Beatrice Kondo, and Bill Fawcett. Illustrators engaged with industry insights from past winners and had their portfolio reviewed by Contest judges and industry professionals.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 5

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 5

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Writers critique and then delve into e-publishing trends. Illustrators explore concept art, speed-painting techniques. A tour of L. Ron Hubbard’s library, a BBQ and captivating radio play wrap up the day's activities.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 4

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 4

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The writers submitted their 24-hour stories and heard from instructors Tim Powers, Todd McCaffrey, and Katherine Kurtz, while the artists learned about working with art directors and heard from illustrator instructors Lazarus Chernick, Dan dos Santos, and Larry Elmore.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 3

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 3

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Day 3 of Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop featured intense learning. Writers delved into traditional publishing nuances with Jody Lynn Nye and Robert J. Sawyer, while illustrators gained insights from Echo Chernik on career strategies and adapting to evolving industry dynamics.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 2

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 2

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Winners in L. Ron Hubbard’s Illustrators of the Future Contest arrive in Hollywood, while the writers learn about story elements.
Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week 2024 Day 1

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Workshop Week
2024 – Day 1

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Winners in L. Ron Hubbard’s Writers of the Future contest arrive in Los Angeles to begin a week-long workshop.
Meet the Illustrators 2024

Introducing the Illustrators of the Future Winners of 2024

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The Illustrators of the Future Contest has been discovering artists for over 35 years. These winners are featured in Writers of the Future Volume 40.
Writers of the Future 1st Quarter Winners

Writers of the Future 1st Quarter Winners Announced for Volume 41

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The judging results are in! And here are the 1st Quarter 2024 Writers of the Future Contest winners for Volume 41. Congratulations to you all!