To The
New Authors Support Association
Sponsored Free by:
Barnes & Noble Brandon, Florida
And Author Eugene Orlando
NEXT MEETING: April 17, 2006
Bring your work and your problems in fiction writing
whether it is in the areas of novels, novellas, short stories,
stage plays, or screenplays.
Initial Meeting: January 6, 2003
Contact Eugene Orlando at (813) 657-2636 for information on joining.
If you get my butler, you have reached the right number.
ALL MEETINGS START AT 7:00 P.M. AND END AT 9:00 P.M.
THEY WILL CONVENE THE 3rd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH.
PLEASE ALWAYS BE ON TIME. NO MEETINGS IN DECEMBER.
Future Authors of America
Take a look at what our sister group is up to. FAA is for ages 9-14.
Mission Statement and Goals
Describes in brief the intent of the workshop, who can benefit, and how.
Fiction Writing Aids
Downloadable copies of the most useful writing tools.
Naming Characters
What to name your characters: both first and last names.
Getting Published
Some things you should know about being published.
Getting a Legal Copyright
COPYRIGHT LAWS CONTINUE TO CHANGE! If you are self-publishing, this is the only way to protect yourself. Use the short form TX if you are the only author and copyright owner of your work, and the work was not made for hire, and the work is completely new. If you are seeking publication through a publisher or an agent DO NOT COPYRIGHT YOUR OWN MATERIAL! In the publishing industry, it is standard that the publisher copyright your work in your name. Copywriting your own work only proves your non-professionalism. Mailing yourself a copy will no longer hold up in a court of law.
Writing Advice by Author Caro Clarke
Excellent writing advice covering all aspects of fiction writing.
Author Anita Burgh on Writing
A very positive look at the world of writing.
Reference Materials
Books that can help you write.
Creative Colors
Synonyms for describing colors
Author Marketing Plan Ideas
Sample book marketing plan. This one is tailored for the young adult market. Details for other markets can be substituted.
Graphics on this page courtesy of
Link to Sympony Graphics Design
Historical Fiction Email graphic by Victoria.com,
A Victorian Antique Marketplace
Contact Fiction Author Eugene Orlando
info@fictionwriters.org