Creative Nonfiction Newsletter
for Serious Writers & Readers

Want to know what editors look for in an essay? Want to know how to grab a reader's attention? According to CNF editor Lee Gutkind, sometimes it starts at the beginning.

To read what Lee has to say on this subject--as well as other creative nonfiction issues--visit his blog.

*And don't forget to check back every other Friday for a new post from the Godfather himself.

Are you a doctor? Are you a lawyer? Are you a writer with something to say about doctors or lawyers? Well, this could be your chance to get your voice heard and your writing published (and win $2500 while you're at it). The important details: 1) The deadline is March 15, 2009, and 2) $2500 will be awarded for the best essay. The finer points follow:

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For a collection to be published by Southern Methodist University Press, Creative Nonfiction is seeking new essays written by or about doctors and lawyers, exploring the two professions' similarities as well as their divisions and points of conflict. What intrigues, interests, or annoys doctors and lawyers--and, potentially, others--about each other? The objective of this project is to capture the complex relationship between these two professions.

Essays must be vivid and dramatic; they should combine a strong and compelling narrative with a significant element of research or information. We're looking for well-written prose, rich with detail and a distinctive voice.

Creative Nonfiction editors will award $2,500 for Best Essay

Guidelines: Essays must be: unpublished, 5,000 words or less, postmarked by March 15, 2009, and clearly marked "Doctors and Lawyers" on both the essay and the outside of the envelope. There is a $20 reading fee; $25 includes a 4-issue CNF subscription. Multiple entries are welcome ($20/essay) as are entries from outside the U.S. (though additional subscription postage costs do apply). Please send manuscript, accompanied by a cover letter with complete contact information, SASE and payment to:

Creative Nonfiction
Attn: Doctors and Lawyers
5501 Walnut Street, Suite 202
Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Please share this announcement with anyone who might be interested in submitting work. Please email any questions to information@creativenonfiction.org.

Information is also posted on our website. To view, click here

Well, it's that time of year again. Spring training is underway and the world of baseball is engulfed in a new steroid/media extravaganza. Thank you, A-Rod.

Remember when America's pastime was asterisk free?

Well, for those of you who need a helpful reminder, we're offering Creative Nonfiction #34: Anatomy of Baseball for just $5 (that's 50% off the cover price).

Or, better yet, subscribe today and we'll throw in a copy of Anatomy of Baseball--Absolutely free!

To take advantage of this deal, simply write the name of your hometown (or favorite) ball club in the "Comments" section before checking out.

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