Contains book reviews and previews, a wealth of writing advice, an online bookshop, a writers' showcase and links to other useful resources. Novel Advice Novel Advice provides support for writers. The site offers a message board, advice, writing courses, a Critique group, research resources, a bookstore, a chat room and links to writers' resources. However, the site also contains international links. Don't cry alone.
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One of Writer's Digest's 101 Best Web Sites for Writers. This site contains a wealth of useful links to writing and publishing, jobs and markets, as well as featuring articles by the site founder, Ellen DuBois. Well worth a visit. This site offers courses to help people examine and understand life events. You'll find online courses in personal essay writing and therapeutic writing as well as a free listing of markets and critiquing guidelines for personal essay writing.