Monday, June 01, 2009

Monday Morning Markets/Jobs/Opportunities

Poets & Writers, Inc., is looking for a managing director.
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Sarabande Books, an independent, nonprofit, literary press established in 1994, is seeking a Marketing Director/Development Assistant. They are looking for an individual with a strong commitment to contemporary poetry, short fiction, and creative nonfiction, as well as superior organizational and public relations skills. Minimum BA, MFA, and /or experience desirable. Candidates must be self-starters and highly attentive to details and deadlines. The position includes full-time salary, health, dental, and retirement benefits, private office equipped with a Mac, and ample marketing budget. Job responsibilities include:

* Marketing and publicity for each of ten annual titles
* Attendance at three annual book conferences
* Twice yearly visits to NYC book reviewers
* Some fundraising activity

Please send letter, resume, three phone references, and a list of your top fifteen favorite contemporary poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction titles by June 15 to Sarah Gorham at sgorham(at)sarabandebooks(dot)org. (via KFW Hot Flash)
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Attention, Maine writers! "The Individual Artist Fellowships reward artistic excellence, advance the careers of Maine artists, and promote public awareness regarding the eminence of the creative sector in Maine." Deadline: June 12, 2009. Award is $13,000. No application fee indicated.
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Get to know literary agent Christine ("Chris") Morehouse through this interview on the Guide to Literary Agents blog.
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Contributors are sought for The Greenwood Encyclopedia of American Indian Issues Today. "Contributors receive a modest honorarium."

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