Twitter Opportunities for Writers: #PBCritiqueFest

There are so many Twitter opportunities for writers looking to get published. Why wouldn’t you participate?

Twitter hosts a number of pitching contests where you can pitch your story idea to agents, editors, even some publishers, throughout the year. These offer a quick way to get a feel for the interest in your story idea. Although I wouldn’t lose heart if you don’t get a like throughout the contest from an agent. There are so many people adding to the feed throughout the day, these contests just act as a way to get your foot in an agent’s door. An encouragement to send them your query, as they you have peeked their interest with your story pitch!

Here are the pitch contests that I myself have entered stories into, with links to their information pages:

The last, #PBCritiqueFest, is going on now for those interested in seeking feedback on a picture book manuscript or book dummy (for author/illustrators) from their list of wonderful authors, illustrators, and agents, who’ve agreed to act as critique partners for those who get selected. My thanks to Brian Gehrlein for hosting the event!

I’ve submitted my story, The Bookworm and the Butterfly. I feel like my story is just about there with being ready to query again, but I’d love a chance to hear an agent or fellow author’s opinion on the matter. Wish me luck!

Where else can you get a chance to work one-on-one with someone already in the publishing community? Good luck for those who decide to submit a picture book story!