Monday Morning Listings

Without any ado, here are this week's listings.

I am so glad to be able to publicize this--it's something I've known about for awhile but couldn't really post. But now The Missouri Review has "gone public" with its plans for its revamped book review section. They're looking for experienced reviewers to participate, and they'll pay more for the section's expanded scope, too. See the announcement/call for proposals at TMR's blog.

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And speaking of good news for book reviewers (yes, contrary to popular belief there is some good news in that realm): Are you looking for more paying markets for your book reviews? The latest edition of The Practicing Writer's Directory of Paying Markets for Book Reviewers is now available. Download the free preview with sample listings here.

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Savannah College of Art & Design (Georgia) seeks a Professor of Contemporary Writing. See the Chronicle of Higher Education announcement for more information.

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California State University (Fresno) is looking for a half-time Administrative Support Assistant for its graduate creative writing program. "Assignments will be varied and complex and specific to the needs of a professional literary writing program." See the detailed announncement at HigherEdJobs.com for more information.

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Essay contest (no entry fee) from The Nation magazine is now open to "all high school students and undergraduates at American schools, colleges, and universities." Contest is seeking 800-word essays on "the most important issue for young people in the 2008 presidential campaign." Winner will receive $1,000, publication in print and online, and a subscription. Five finalists will receive $200 each, publication online, and subscriptions. Details and submission instructions here. Deadline: May 31, 2007.

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New publication: "a.magazine: nonfiction narratives of africa—due to launch in 2007—is the first exclusively nonfiction literary magazine dedicated to publishing Africa’s stories by writers from across the globe, and, most importantly, emerging and established writers who call the continent of Africa their home. a.magazine is published quarterly, available in U.S. bookstores and to subscribers worldwide." Pays: $100-$500. See the post at AbsoluteWrite.com.

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Thinking of pitching the Los Angeles Times editorial page? You may want to read this profile of its new editor.

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Hold off on any pitches/submissions to American Heritage. It's suspending publication.