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by Ex Libris on March 31, 2014

CWC and CWIP to Host World Book Night Mixer

Join Professional Writing and Publishing Groups to Celebrate World Book Night Join us on World Book Night, April 23, as we host a joint mixer with Chicago Women in Publishing (CWIP). Our social media coordinator Ines Bellina will give away copies of Scott Turow’s Presumed Innocent. Enjoy a reading from Chicago author Patricia Skalka, whose debut novel Death Stalks Door County drops May 19. Publisher’s Weekly called Skalka’s book a “tight, lyrical first novel,” and Kirkus dubs it “an atmospheric debut with enough twists to tempt puzzle aficionados.” Come say hi, and meet other writers… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on March 31, 2014

SLS Lithuania Workshop Program

 SLS LITHUANIA:  JOIN US THIS SUMMER IN THE HEART OF EUROPE.  JULY 13 – 26, 2014.     Spaces for our fifth program in Vilnius this summer are already filling up! Besides fiction, poetry, and non fiction workshops taught by internationally-renowned writers, we are also offering classes in photography, a study of literary Vilnius, and an in-depth and expanded Jewish Lithuania program, ensuring participants will be fully immersed in Lithuanian culture and history. Our esteemed faculty and guests will include Molly Antopol, Laimonas Briedis, Marius Burokas, Ilzė Butkutė, Jason Camlot, Ellen Cassedy, Tibor Fischer, Sergei Gandlevsky, Helena Gindi,… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on March 31, 2014

God’s Work Coming to The Goodman Theatre’s College Nights

Limited Run Now Playing For College Students This April, Albany Park Theatre Project will be having a limited engagement (only two weeks!!) of their devised piece, God’s Work in the Goodman’s Owen Theatre. Here is They call Rachel the lucky one. Born the ninth of eighteen siblings, Rachel survives nine years of deprivation and punishment from a fundamentalist and vengeful father. Then an extraordinary act of courage leads Rachel to discover a secret that lives in her heart—that she has kept safe since before she can remember—and that leads her to a breathtaking and unforgettable… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on March 14, 2014

Columbia College Seeking Submissions for CCLaP Journal

CHICAGO AFTER DARK: A CITY ALL STAR STUDENT ANTHOLOGY CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS The Chicago Center for Literature and Photography, in conjunction with Columbia College, is proud to announce Chicago’s first-ever “City All Star” student anthology, a themed collection featuring work from over twenty different colleges and universities across the city and suburbs. This year’s theme is “Chicago After Dark” (being released as a 300-page paperback book on September 15th), and they are looking for YOUR creative interpretations on this subject, whether narrative fiction, creative nonfiction, or poetry. The submission process is free, and there is no… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on March 14, 2014

InterMedia Outdoors is Seeking an Online Editorial Assistant

Online Editorial Assistant InterMedia Outdoors, Inc (Illinois) The Online Editorial Assistant creates, builds, publishes and markets content to our portfolio of websites, social platforms and email lists. This role is the right hand for the online editor and should advise him/her on trends and new opportunities for story promotion, curation and optimization. Responsibilities: Assist Online Editor in fulfilling brand’s online mission and voice. Create and/or upload and manage original content – photo galleries, video and audio. Reformat existing magazine content – copy, photos, graphics, etc., and upload to CMS. Help optimize content for search engine… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on March 12, 2014

Thrillist.com is Hiring Writers

Thrillist.com Seeking Foodie Freelancers  Thrillist.com is hiring a freelance writer to contribute bar, restaurant, nightlife, and event articles for its Chicago edition. Thrillist provides an opportunity to create exciting content that both local and visiting readers will find entertaining and informative, as well as share with friends on social media. The ideal candidate has an intimate knowledge of the restaurant and bar scene in Chicago, as well as experience as a food, nightlife and/or destination guide writer in digital media. Additionally, candidates with strong photography skills are preferred. An understanding of SEO and social media… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on March 7, 2014

The Sun is Hiring

The Sun, a nonprofit, ad-free magazine in its forty-first year of publication, needs a full-time Associate Publisher to direct business operations, finance, and personnel. This position is in our editorial office in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The job requires a head for business, a heart for all that The Sun represents, and experience as a compassionate, skillful manager. They offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and an appealing work environment. Click here for details.

by Ex Libris on March 4, 2014

3Elements Review Seeks Submissions

 Mikaela Shea,  the editor-in-chief of 3Elements Review, a themed literary journal, is looking for submissions.   For each issue, they require that all three of the current elements be in the piece of writing. The current elements are carnival, residue, and maudlin, as stated on our website. Our submission guidelines can be viewed here: 3Element’s Guidelines.   Their journal features award-winning fiction writers, poets, and artists, as well as emerging writers.

by Ex Libris on March 4, 2014

Gulf Coast Prizes for Best Poem, Essay, and Short Story

There are less than two weeks left to enter to win the annual Gulf Coast Prizes, judged by Andrea Barrett (Fiction), John D’Agata (Nonfiction), and Rachel Zucker (Poetry). Be sure to get your entries in before the March 15th deadline! The contest awards publication and $1,500 each to the best poem, essay, and short story, as well as $250 to two honorable mentions in each genre. The winners will appear in Gulf Coast 27.1, due out in Fall 2014, and all entries will be considered for paid publication on our website as Online Exclusives. To… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on March 3, 2014

Institute for Contemplative Practice Poetry Contest

POETRY OF THE SACRED CONTEST February – May, 2014 The Institute for Contemplative Practice is pleased to announce the 2014 Poetry of the Sacred Contest. Complete submissions must be received before midnight on May 1st to qualify. The winning poems will be published in Parabola magazine’s Winter 2014 issue. The first place winner will receive a monetary prize of $300, and the honorable mentions will each receive a monetary prize of $100. In addition, this year’s Final Judge, Hamza Yusuf, scholar, author, poet, and cofounder and current president of Zaytuna College, will read the winning… Read Article →

by Ex Libris on February 26, 2014

Cardinal Scholars Seeking Tutors

Join our platform! Cardinal Scholars is an in-home and online tutoring company that matches exceptional tutors affiliated with top universities with elementary, middle, and high school students in need of additional academic support. We now offer our services to the Chicago area and seek tutoring candidates who meet the following hiring criteria: Are fantastic teachers and have experience teaching others Are academically curious and intelligent Love working with kids and are comfortable working in a home environment Are responsible, creative and motivated Attend or have graduated from Depaul There are many benefits to joining the… Read Article →

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