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NEWS and EVENTS
Illustration for "The Heart" by Jerald Walker, #39  | For all of you who may be wondering about #39, don't fret. It turns out that transforming from a triquarterly to a quarterly is not without its hiccups. Yes, the release of #39 has been slightly delayed, but it is on its way. We promise. The new issue will be sent to subscribers in early September, and we are confident you will find it well worth the wait!
#39 features a look back on some of the genre's greats--an Encounter with Norman Mailer and an inside peek at Gay Talese's writing process. The issue debuts some of nonfiction's most promising new voices; includes columns by Heidi Julavits, Robin Hemley, and Phillip Lopate; highlights the best from cnfonline; and features our newest "Pushing the Boundaries" essay selection.
Subscribe now and be among the first to receive it all. MFA students, keep
an eye out. We've just sent hundreds of student coupons for subsidized subscriptions to MFA programs across
the country--get 4 issues for $12
instead of $32!
Or buy the issue from one of our brand new carriers:
And, for the second year running we're participating in Pittsburgh's Small Press Festival, September 25 and 26 from 12 to 5 p.m., which offers a slew of small presses, special guests, panels, and workshops.
We're also pleased to announce that blog nominations will re-open within the next few weeks. To print in #41, we'll be looking for the best narrative posts from vibrant new voices with interesting, true stories to tell. So, start choosing your favorites now and stay tuned for updates.
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SUBMISSIONS CALLS
FOODLAST CALL: Postmark Deadline September 3, 2010
For an upcoming issue, we're seeking true stories that incorporate or involve food.
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 September 3, 2010 and "Food" must be clearly marked on the envelope and cover letter.
GENERAL We are
always on the lookout for true stories, well-told, about any subject.
For complete guidelines and to view guidelines for other upcoming CNF issues
and contests please visit us online. |
MFA PROGRAM-OFF
The CNF MFA Program-Off season has officially begun.
Get published and win bragging rights for your program. Creative
Nonfiction is looking for new work by MFA students for publication in
an upcoming issue. The winner and four finalists will be invited to
read during the 2011 AWP Conference in Washington, DC (February 2-5,
2011). Postmark deadline November 5, 2010.
Submission guidelines available here.
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cnftweets
 FYI--the CNF Daily Twitter Contest is one more
way to get your work into CNF. Twelve new daily winners will appear in #39 next month, and we're now on the lookout for the next best tweets for the winter issue.
Still not sure what
we're looking for? Here are a few recent winners, to serve as examples and
inspiration:
July 19
inthemilk His rig's parked. I slow, thinking he's beneath it.
But he's stooped in the road, peeling up a flattened bird. I stop. He smiles.
#cnftweet
July 27
gruntleme We trade fears like ice-cream flavors. Just a nip, to
see what the other is tasting. A nod-Oh, I see-then back they go, unmelted.
#cnftweet
August 2
Jdeurbrouck
"Swansong," you murmured as the minnows
performed acts of synchronized futility in the shrinking pool beside the cool,
deep river. #cnftweet
August 12
kmwalsh NYC, 1896. August. Outside: 76°. Parks lie empty via
public sleeping ban. Inside: 120°. Bodies, 6 to a room, bake in brick houses.
#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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