Writing Jobs for Fri. Feb. 11th

Writing Jobs in Michigan 

Scientific Method Paper: Ann Arbor

Grant Writer for Clean Energy Invention: Ann Arbor

Medical Writer: Ann Arbor

Technical Writer: Auburn Hills

Automotive Service Writer: Benton Harbor

Technical Writer: Canton

Associate Editor: Dearborn

Freelance Writer for AutoShopper.com: Detroit and Telecommute

Grant Program Writer: Detroit

Vigilante Journalists: Detroit

Technical Writer: Farmington Hills

Writer: Flint

Technical Writer/Project Manager: Grand Rapids

Medical Writer: Kendle

Logistic Engineer/Technical Writer: Kingsford

Technical Writer: Livonia

Website Product Description Copy Writer/Editor: Marine City

Transcriber: Portage

Service Writer: Roseville

Outdoor Survival Creative Writer: Royal Oak

Senior News Producer: Saginaw

Technical Writer: Sterling Heights

Technical Writer: Sterling Heights

Telecommute

Freelance Web Writers 

Writers for H.S. Publication

Blogger for Internet Television Site 

Online News Writers and Bloggers 

Assistant Editor 

Small Business and Small Business Finance Bloggers 

Writing Internship 

SEO Writers Wanted 

Stock Market and Economy Writer

Freelance Web Writer

MMA Writer 

Submissions

Short Story Submissions 

Stories or Scripts for Short Films 

Short Fiction for L Magazine 

The Daily News Press is Seeking Submissions 

Don't Forget National Writers Series Scholarships

In case I have not mentioned it before, one of the incredible aspects of the National Writers Series in Traverse City is that it awards scholarships to future writers. That's right - not only does the series bring amazing authors from all over the world to speak right here in Michigan - they also use a portion of the money raised to provide several $2,000 scholarships to students. In addition, winning students receive a master's class in their genre and their work will be considered for publication in The Dunes Review. Look below for eligibility and deadlines, but visit the link for more in depth questions. 


Also - if you're reading this and know of a student in one of these counties who loves to write, let them know!  


Deadline for submission: February 28th (So Hurry)


Eligibility

Eligible writers must be residents of Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, or Leelanau County; attend public, parochial or home school; and be a 2011 high school graduate or a senior during the 2010/2011 school year.

Visit the National Writers Series Website for more Information.

Writing Jobs for Saturday Feb. 5th (Michigan and Telecommute)

Writing Jobs in Michigan 

Wolverine Fan Bloggers: Ann Arbor

Technical Writer: Ann Arbor

Technical Writer Intermediate :U of M Ann Arbor

Technical Writer Senior: U of M Ann Arbor

Internet Research and Web Content: Birmingham and Telecommute

Grant Writer: Bloomfield Hills

Content Writer: Detroit & Telecommute

RFA Writer: Detroit

Technical Writer: Detroit

Technical Writer: Houghton

Overflow Writer: Lansing or Telecommute

Engineering Technical Writer: Muskegon

Content Writer for Construction Company: Oakland County

Staff Writer: Owosso

Freelance Copywriter: Troy

Technical Writer: Troy

Editor: Warren

Technical Writer: Warren

Telecommute (From Home)

MLA Copy Editor

Educational Study Guide Writer

Freelance WorkKeys Test Question Writers 

Entertainment Writer 

Freelance Contributing Editor - Virology/Neurology 

Journalism/Social Media Intern 

Academic Freelance Writers 

Web Content Writer

Freelance Content Development Assistant 

Contributing Writers for Sustainable Architecture and Design Magazine 

Content Writer (low pay)

Social Gaming Writer

Call for Submissions 

Science Fiction Short Stories 

Y2K The Big Nothing 

Short Essay Contest 

One must be drenched in words, literally soaked in them, to have the right ones form themselves into the proper pattern at the right moment.  ~Hart Crane

Events in Michigan for Writing and For Fun

I went skiing last weekend and I was reminded why it is so important for writers to experience the world. It is through all of our senses that we write the words that create the story. To write of winter, I must feel the cold breath of falling snow, see it glitter in yawning waves, taste its vanishing wetness and hear the silence that accompanies it after it has smothered all of the rustling on the forest floor. I live in the snow and I can speak of the joys and sorrows that accompany such a beautiful but often barren, landscape.

I suggest to all of you writers to get out into the world. Don't let the blistering winds and knee-deep snow drifts deter you from experiencing this glorious planet. Look below for a whole slew of activities from writing events to art classes that get you out of the house and into the realm of sensation.


Writing Classes and Workshops

Learn to Writer Love Letters: Virgil Carr Cultural Center in Detroit: Feb. 10th at 6PM

NMC Extended Ed Writing Courses: Classes range from Broadcast Journalism to Writing as a Means to Heal: Traverse City (Times Vary)

LCC Continuing Education Classes include Memoir Writing, How To Write for Magazines and Others: Spring of 2011 in Lansing (Dates and Times Vary)

Springfed Arts Winter Writing Workshops (Times and Locations Vary Beginning in Feb.)

826 Michigan Writing Workshops for Kids and Teens: (Times and Locations Vary)

Author Readings and Signings

Book Signing and Author Talk with True Crime Writer John Timmerman: @ Schuler Books in Grand Rapids: Feb. 8th at 7PM

Support Debut Author Courtney Allison Moulton at her launch party for Angelfire: @ Schuler Books in Lansing: Feb. 19th at 2PM

Horizon Books Author Signings with Linda Rau from 12pm to 2pm and Marie Cook from 2pm to 4pm: Saturday December 5th in Traverse City

Aunt Agatha's Books: Saturday, February 12 at 2 p.m. meet authors Barbara D'Amato, Sharon Fiffer and Vicki Delany, when they talk about and sign their new books: Ann Arbor 


Launch Party for Gaylord Author Mary Backlund: @ Saturn Booksellers in Gaylord: Thursday Feb. 24th 


Several Events at Kazoo Books in Kalamazoo including Discussions that explore Black History, The World of Children's Books: Writing, Editing and Publishing, and Author Signings (Dates and Times Vary)

Fun Stuff to Do

Art Class- Winter Landscapes in Oils: Feb. 5th and 12th in Brighton

Box Factory for the Arts: Lots of awesome art-centric activities from writers' groups to valentine making: St. Joseph, MI  (Dates and Times Vary)

Traverse City Comedy Festival: Feb. 10-13 in Traverse City

Cherry Capital Winter Wow Fest: Feb. 18th - 21st in Traverse City

An Evening with the Writers of Mad Men: Feb. 3rd (Today!) @ 7PM: Traverse City Opera House

7th Annual Midwest Hip Hop Summit: Feb. 4th and 5th: Ann Arbor

Body N' Soul Wellness Expo: Feb. 11th in Mount Clemens

Crystal Mountain - Mardi Gras on the Mountain: March 5th at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville

Detroit's Winter Blast: Feb. 11th thru 14th in Detroit

Mark Your Calendars for Future Writing Events

National Dzanc Workshop Day : Date- 04/09/11 : Two separate workshops - one in Royal Oak and one in Ann Arbor

Grant Writing Class: May 5th and 6th 2011 - Detroit

Writing Jobs for Monday Jan. 31st

Writing Jobs in Michigan

Proofreader/Editor: Ann Arbor

Writer Wanted: Ann Arbor

Technical Writer/Analyst: Auburn Hills

Ghost Writer: Detroit

Staff Writer/Reporter: Detroit

Contracts and Technical Info. Writer: Detroit

Research Assistant/Protocol Writer: Detroit (Wayne State)

Technical Writer: Farmington Hills

News Writer/Producer: Grand Rapids

Secretary/Service Writer: Houghton Lake

Copy Writer: Kalamazoo

Web Writer: Keego Harbor

Customs Entry Writer: Southfield

Technical Writer: Traverse City

Telecommute (From Home)

Contributing Editors for the Digital Astronaut

Transcriber Fluent in English and Spanish 

Science and Technology Blogger

Help Writing Book: Southfield/Telecommute

Baseball Website Writers

Blogger and Webmaster Survey

Bloggers/Reviewers/Writers 

Elementary Science Writers 

Create Sales Manual

Jamaica Travel Writer and Blogger  

Art History Writer 

Freelance Copywriter 

Editor/Writer for Design-Construction Website 

American Idol Blogger

If my doctor told me I had only six minutes to live, I wouldn't brood.  I'd type a little faster.  ~Isaac Asimov

Writing Jobs for Thursday Jan. 27th

Writing Jobs in Michigan

Recreational Dealership Service Writer: Adrian

Lawn and Garden Service Writer: Adrian

Technical Writer/Web Content: Ann Arbor

CR Writer: Bay City

Technical Writer/Web Content: Commerce

Senior Technical Writer: Dearborn

Writer/Blogger: Detroit Metro

Contracts and Technical Info. Writer: Detroit

Grant Writer: Flint

Resume Writing Help: Grand Blanc

Business Plan Editor: South Lyon

Technical Writer: Southfield

Customs Entry Writer: Southfield

Technical Editor: Warren


Telecommute (From Home)

Baseball and Social Media Blogging 

Entertainment Writers

Writers that are Cheap, Thrifty etc. 

Jewish Women Foodies, Party Planners and Crafters for Blog

Proofreader Wanted 

Fiction Novel Editor

Creative Writer Contributions (unpaid) 

Boutique Agency Seeks Freelance Writer/Editor 

E-Book Ghostwriter 

Editors 

Writing is a way of talking without being interrupted. 

 ~Jules Renard, Journal, 10 April 1895

Book Group in Traverse City

Hi Writers! We have some interest in starting a book group in Traverse City. If anyone is interested in joining this group, please let me know by e-mail or comment below. Book groups are great for writers because they give you an incentive to read outside of your typical genre, talk and analyze published novels and meet readers. Readers give you their specific insight, which may not be the same as your perspective as a reader. Additionally, book groups help writers, who often work in solitude, meet other people, make friends and network. What writer couldn't use a group of people who love to read? Perhaps they will be the same friends providing crucial feedback on that novel or article you've written.

Check out this article in the Huffington Post called: Why Writers Need Book Groups.

If you're looking to start a book group (in any location) let me know and I will try to help you find other writers, or just readers, who want to join. Also consider putting a post on Craig's List or putting the word out through Facebook or other social networking sites. Good luck and I hope to hear from you. -J.R.

Books let us into their souls and lay open to us the secrets of our own.  

~William Hazlitt