Author spotlight Archives | Writers & Illustrators of the Future

You Don’t Need to Fit In

July 31, 2024

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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

July 24, 2024

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

Becoming Writers of the Future

July 9, 2024

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Rose and Alice Robilliard provide their journey blog to winning the Contest and becoming Writers of the Future.

Don’t Let Rejections Stop You

June 20, 2024

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

Beta Reading for Better Writing

June 12, 2024

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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.

Write For an Audience of One

June 4, 2024

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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.

Learning to Call Myself an Artist

May 21, 2024

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That point when I was finally able to call myself an artist.

An Editor’s Perspective

January 17, 2024

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The question that authors ask editors most. From Published Finalist, to Writers of the Future winner, to Managing Editor of Apex Magazine, Rebecca E. Treasure.

Writers & Illustrators of the Future Podcast: Learning Things You Never Knew

January 4, 2024

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The Writers and Illustrators of the Future Podcast, based on L. Ron Hubbard's acclaimed Contests, enables listeners to learn new things in every episode.

Looking back at 2023 for Sci Fi and Fantasy Art from Writers & Illustrators of the Future Winners and Judges

December 31, 2023