Many people simply enjoy writing as a hobby, but have you ever thought of taking it more seriously?
If writing is already something enjoyable to you, why not get benefits and rewards for it as well?
There are many opportunities to publish your writing and there are multiple benefits to sharing your work. In this article, I will be sharing some of these benefits and opportunities.
The Benefits of Sharing Your Writing
Having your work published or submitting to contests can have many benefits. For example, having your work featured in literature magazines can help to spread your name and look good on resumes, applications, and as past experience. Furthermore, submitting your writing to contests can result in cash prizes and publication.
In my experience, successfully sharing my writing with others is a huge confidence boost. When I first started submitting my work, I was nervous that nobody would like my work and I was afraid to step out of my comfort zone. I had to go through many rejections, but it paid off. After time, my submissions and applications were accepted. Now, I have much more confidence to share my writing! I also have much more confidence to try new things in real life as well. Additionally, sometimes editors at literature magazines would provide feedback on my submissions. This helped me improve and reflect on my work.
Oftentimes, sharing your intimate work can be nerve-wracking. There will be some rejections, but also plenty of success. If you aren’t ready to experience that, don’t push yourself! Keeping writing as a hobby might be better for you right now, and that’s ok!
However, if you’re looking for more opportunities and chances to broaden your writing portfolio and boost your confidence, look no further for a list of places to submit to.
Opportunities for Writers
If you've ever looked for writing opportunities, you may have had some difficulty. So, I will be providing some opportunities for writers to share and publish their work. Please note that there are many more opportunities out there, and you should do whatever works best for you!
Online literature magazines. Online literature magazines such as @rewritethestarsreview, @wavesofwordsmagazine, @luxurylitmag, @bottleddreamsmagazine, etc. are great resources for writers. Most magazines accept a combination of poetry, prose, art, fiction, and creative non-fiction, although it can vary. Some online literature magazines even have blog submissions, which typically accept non-fiction and fiction work. These magazines can be found on Instagram and other social media platforms. One website, called ChillSubs, is very helpful with finding magazines. It shows literary magazines with open submissions, and provides more information on them. These magazines often have submissions for issues, collaborations, blog submissions, special contests, etc. Additionally, if you’re looking to grow as a writer through working in teams, many literature magazines have staff positions that handle or create writing.
Writing competitions. Writing competitions accept many different genres of writing. Some even have cash prizes, publication opportunities, and other rewards for winners. To find writing competitions, you can look on social media or through a search engine, and find what works best for you!
Writing scholarships. While some people believe writing scholarships are only for essays, there are also plenty for creative writing. Writing scholarships typically reward winners with money towards college and other education programs. These scholarships can be found through a search engine, social media, and are sometimes offered by high schools. Some popular writing scholarships include the Dennis Etchison Young Writers Scholarship ($500), Profile in Courage Essay Contest ($1,000 - $10,000), and ACES Scholarships ($1,500 - $3,000).
Writing careers. If you’re old enough to seek out a career in writing, that is also a great option to pursue your passion. Some writing careers include journalism, author, editor/proofreader, English teacher, marketing, etc.
Writing a book. Although writing a book can be a long and difficult process, it can also be worth the work if you’re ready! Some benefits can include sales, getting recognition for your writing, getting to create and share your ideas, and gaining experience. For more information on how to publish and write a book, check out both part 1 and part 2 of MG’s Tips for Indie Authors to learn more.
In conclusion, sharing your writing can have benefits such as confidence boosts, cash prizes, publication, and help with resumes. I hope this article helped motivate you to share your wonderful writing, and provided resources and opportunities for you to share and benefit from your writing.
Works Cited
Coffey, Sandra. “30 Exciting Careers in Writing (with Salaries).” Indeed.com, 30 July 2023, www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/careers-in-writing. Accessed Feb. 2024.
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