Want to be the next Soon To Be Famous Illinois Author?
Check out these helpful online and local resources!
NaNoWriMo
- Note: The original program is no longer in operation.
- NaNo 2.0 is a possible 2025 alternative
Writing Groups
- Many public libraries host writer's groups. Check with your local library for details.
- Chicago Writes
Writing Software
Editing Software
eBook Publishing
- Amazon KDP
- B&N Press
- Indie Illinois - direct to the library market via Inkie.org
- Smashwords
Articles on Writing
- 89+ Book Marketing Ideas That Will Change Your Life
- 119 Book Marketing Ideas That Can Help Authors Increase Sales
- The Daily Routine of 20 Famous Writers (and How You Can Use Them to Succeed)
- How to Write a Book
- Writing for Theater and Film
- How to Solicit Feedback from Beta Readers
- This career resource page contains a wide-range of topics to support your writing career.
- The Writer's Online Toolkit
Articles on Self-Editing
- Self-Editing Basics: 10 Simple Ways to Edit Your Own Book
- How I Self-Edit My Novels: 15 Steps From First Draft to Publication
- 57 Questions To Ask When Editing Your Novel
