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Eddy Says: A word on critique
Congrats to all of you fiction writers getting published out there. For those of you running into walls, here’s help. In this series, pick up one-minute pointers from the Fiction Acquisitions Editor of a NC Indy press. Take what you need and leave the rest. A word on critique If you agree to critique another writer’s work, first ask what they want to receive from you—general comments or ones regarding the elements of skillful writing, such as character development, setting, point of view, dialogue, plot? Et cetera. Agree to be quiet while the writer is reading their work aloud.
What is a DIY website and why would I choose to build one?
Writers can be fiercely independent. They are also occasionally underfunded. Either or both of these facts can influence the decision to build your own website.
Oulipo: Frames and freedoms
In February, we’ll be partnering with the Arts Council of Carteret County to bring the literary arts to Art from the Heart, a popular, annual arts event. On February 4, Carteret Writers members are invited for a free, private viewing of the artwork on display to prepare for the Ekphrastic Contest we’re hosting as part of the event.
What is ekphrastic poetry?
In February, we'll be partnering with the Arts Council of Carteret County to bring the literary arts to Art from the Heart, a popular, annual arts event. On February 4, Carteret Writers members are invited for a free, private viewing of the artwork on display to prepare for the Ekphrastic Contest we're hosting as part of the event. Submissions will be due on February 8. Board Advisor Trish Sheppard, a local artist and poet, was generous enough to provide some information on the unique form and to offer pointers on writing your own ekphrastic poetry. Thank you, Trish,
Writer Roundup: A few more Golden Lines from our Cabin Fever Challenge
Our fifteen-day Cabin Fever Challenge came to a close yesterday. Read some of the glistening Golden Lines shared by participants in the post below.
Member Blog Roll
If you’re a CW member with a blog you’d like to share on our blog roll, email us the link at carteretwriters@gmail.com with the subject line: [Your Name] Blog Link.



