A true writer needs more than just an interesting ideas for a story. They must take the time to learn their craft (which is far more demanding than most beginning writers even begin to suspect.) The following entries are just a few resources that might help you on the way. If you have a suggestion for a good resource, be sure to post it in the group forum.

The first stop for CTMB members.

A Reality Check for would be writers.

Some advice from a writer who's actually succeeded. Be sure to check out: How To Write Suckitudinous Fiction.

Michael A. Stackpole's podcast The Secrets contains lots of excellent advice about writing from one of the handful of writers who have successfuly made a career out of writing. Download them to your mp3 player or burn them to a CD and listen. Very cool.

I have said for some time that the publishing industry is following in the path of the music/media industry. This article, while it is about musicians and has a lame title, shows how people can use the internet to be successful in entertainment. It's a good read if you want to try and stay ahead of the curve.

This article, though it is specifically about children's book publishing, sheds some light about the acquisition process.