queryshark.blogspot.com
Here agent Janet Reid dissects queries, posting lots of examples of what writers are doing right—and wrong. Send your query in. She just might critique it.

cba-ramblings.blogspot.com
Rachelle Gardner specializes in Christian/inspirational writing and has a great knack for blogging about practical, useful topics, such as query tips or book proposal advice.

jetreidliterary.blogspot.com
This second Janet Reid blog warrants a separate mention. Writers may love or hate her in-your-face style, but they all agree on one thing: She’s a wealth of resources—and she shares them all.

nathanbransford.blogspot.com
Nathan Bransford knows a lot about publishing, and his blog is wide in scope. He’s quick to host small contests, post pertinent industry news and blog the whole night through. It also doesn’t hurt that he’s likeable and funny.

pubrants.blogspot.com
Denver-based agent Kristin Nelson’s Agenting 101 series is a must-read for every author about to send out a query.


The 2009 Categories:
Agent Blogs
Writing Communities
Publishing Resources
Jobs and Markets
Creativity and Challenges
Genres/Niches
General Resources
Fun for Writers

Don’t see your favorite site? Send comments and nominations for next year’s list to writersdigest@fwmedia.com with “101 Websites” in the subject line (deadline is Jan. 1, 2010).

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