Upcoming Events
Mar. 20, 2010
Writing the Future, 9am-5pm
Launch Event, 5-7pm
Bethesda, MD
The Writer's Center
Apr. 8-10, 2010
CNF at AWP
Denver, CO
Apr. 9, 2010
MFA Program Off Reading
and Launch Event, 7-10pm
Denver, CO
The Shag Lounge
Apr. 24, 2010
In Praise of the Essay
Fordham University
New York, NY
May 15-16, 2010
To Think/To Write/To Publish Workshop
Tempe, Arizona
Presented by CSPO
Sept. 12, 2010
The Brooklyn Book Festival, 10am-6pm
Brooklyn, NY
(details coming soon)
Oct. 22-24, 2010
Mid-South Conference
Oxford, MS
(details coming soon)
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NEWS and EVENTS
Great news : Creative Nonfiction hits the mail early next week, so the new magazine will be in subscribers' hands and on bookstores' shelves very, very soon.
If you're still not yet a subscriber, there's never been a better time. After fifteen years, CNF has a new look and more, diverse content--and the first issue contains amazing words by and with some of today's biggest nonfiction writers--Dave Eggers, Rebecca Skloot, Phillip Lopate and Carolyn Forche, just to name a few. But don't take our word for it; check out the table of contents for yourself.
There's nothing more exciting than a brand new magazine ... except maybe brand new, exclusive online content, including David Shields' reading (and watching) guide; eleven easy steps to becoming a stunt writer; Dinty W. Moore's notes on boundary-pushing; and an interactive list of the best first lines; and there's more to come. Seriously, it doesn't get any better than this.
Okay, so maybe it does. There are still two upcoming (re)launch events, which means two more opportunities to pick up a free copy of the new magazine, rub elbows with CNF editors, staffers, and friends, and help us celebrate this milestone.
Bethesda, MD, March 20, 5-7 pm
The Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh Street
Come unwind with participants and presenters following the Writing the Future Conference (details here). Featuring a talk and presentation by CNF editor Lee Gutkind and a reading by a special guest. (Hint: she's in the new issue).
Denver, CO, April 9, 7-10 pm
The Shag Lounge, 830 15th Street
Relax after a long day at the AWP conference, drink some drinks, and listen to readings from the finalists and winner of the MFA Program-Off Contest... all this within stumbling distance of the Colorado Convention Center and conference hotels.
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 WRITING THE FUTURE - THIS WEEKEND!!!
The Writer's Center, Bethesda, MD
Saturday, March 20
Are you worried about the future of publishing? About the existence of books and bookstores? Are you prepared to charge your electronic reader each night before bed? The world of publishing is going through some major changes and you need to be ready for them - and CNF can help.
Writing the Future, a one-day, information-packed conference for writers of all types, will explore and explain the transitions and innovations taking place in the literary and publishing worlds.
Sponsored by The Creative Nonfiction Foundation, The Writer's Center, and Arizona State University's Consortium for Science, Policy & Outcomes, this event will feature presentations and panels with some of today's most forward-thinking
writers, editors, agents, publishers and bloggers.
*** Space is limited, and the conference is almost full. Register today!***
For a complete schedule and list of presenters, or to register, click here.
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CNF at AWP
Denver, CO
April 8, 9, 10
If you'll be at the annual meeting of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs, stop by and visit us at the Bookfair; we'll be in Exhibit Hall A, table G21. Pick up a copy of the new CNF, and if you buy or renew a subscription, we'll give you a drink ticket to redeem at our special Friday evening off-site event. (Details above.)
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SUBMISSIONS CALLS
Postmark deadline - April 2, 2010!
For
an upcoming issue, Creative Nonfiction is seeking new essays about the
bonds--emotional, ethical, biological, physical, or otherwise--between
humans and animals. We're looking for
stories that illustrate ways animals (wild and/or domestic) affect,
enrich, or otherwise have an impact on our daily lives.
There is a $20 reading fee--$25
covers the reading fee AND gets you a 4-issue subscription to CNF. Creative Nonfiction editors will award $1500 in prizes.
Submissions must be postmarked by April 2, 2010, and "Animals" must be clearly marked on the envelope and cover letter.
GENERALWe are always on the lookout for true stories, well-told, about any subject.
For complete submissions guidelines and to view guidelines for other upcoming CNF issues and contests please visit us online. |
BOOK OF THE MONTH
Becoming a Doctor: From Student to Specialist, Doctor-Writers Share Their Experiences (W.W. Norton)
 This new collection of essays edited by Lee Gutkind and written by some of the best names in medical writing today is a must read for anyone who is a doctor, or is studying to be a doctor, or--for that matter--has ever gone to the doctor.
These original, true stories create a vivid mural of the medical world and
provide invaluable insight for both doctors in training and longtime
physicians. The stories span the spectrum of the medical profession, from the first experience with a cadaver to reflections from veteran physicians about living the medical life.
Now available in our online store.
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cnftweets
FYI--the CNF Daily Twitter Contest is another way to get your work into CNF. That's right, ten past winners appear in our new issue, and we will be publishing more in upcoming issues.
Still not sure what we're looking for? Here are a few recent winners, to serve as examples and inspiration:
February 19
dewichick My son at his desk: a couple pencils, a couple words, a few
novelty erasers. Little boy machine gun sounds, glazed eyes. Gone.
#cnftweet
February 24
William_Bradley Once we were all drunk, Dan's dad (who was up for
re-election) handed out voter registration forms and told us Democrats hate
fun. #cnftweet
March 1
Amalchik His tiny finger went crush in the garlic press. I applied
kisses, cuddles, guilt. And wondered how I could turn it into a #cnftweet
March 9
inthemilk She's a foul-mouthed badass, rapping
downtown in her rusty Buick. A 5-minute drive, no kids, and damn straight she's
making noise. #cnftweet
All of the past winners are available on our profile page under the "Favorites" tab.
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CNF's No-Residency Mentoring Program
Flexible schedule. One-on-one interaction. Customized courses.
Here at Creative Nonfiction, we understand that not everyone wants or needs a degree to become a better writer. We also understand that in economic times such as these, there aren't a lot of people with the funds to invest in a two to three year MFA program or even a summer conference.
CNF's mentoring programs offer writers of all levels one-on-one access to accomplished mentors (who, by the way, aren't just great writers, but experienced teachers and editors, too).
So this year, save the money you'd be spending on travel, lodging, and tuition and get the personalized attention you want and deserve.
Work with the experts, and make an investment in your writing career now!
For more information, click here or email the mentoring director, Stephen Knezovich at knezovich@creativenonfiction.org.
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Educator's Discount
Not only is Creative Nonfiction a great classroom resource for teachers, but it's affordable, too. CNF offers a 20% discount on all classroom orders of 10 or more copies of the journal.
For more information or for recommended issues, visit our Educational Programs page.
To take advantage of this offer and order CNF for your students, please contact us (or have your bookstore contact us) by phone at 412.688.0304 or email at information@creativenonfiction.org.
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