Margi Desmond
Born in Maine and raised in North Carolina, Margi Desmond began her writing career as a mere tot, writing stories about Freddie the Frog. As an adolescent she developed The Palingual Enquirer, a spoof on The National Enquirer, with a circulation of one. In her teenage years she worked as the editor of her high school newspaper, The Oracle, and columnist for the local newspaper, the Wilson Daily Times. She won both writing and photography awards from the National Journalism Association.
Margi studied journalism and literature at East Carolina University. She worked as a journalist for both the East Carolinian and the East Carolina Marauder while earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications.
Throughout the years, Margi has worked in the education, healthcare, banking, insurance, and automotive industries. These experiences gave her a plethora of hilarious story ideas.
Margi joined the Pikes Peak Writers and dedicated herself to writing full time in 2009. She is also a member of the Mystery Writers of America, Sisters in Crime, and SiC Guppies. She earned a career diploma in Private Investigations in 2010 while conducting research for her first novel. 69 Flavors of Paranoia, published her short story "Customer Satisfaction" in Menu 13 on August 21, 2011.
Margi is currently working on her second novel.
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International MFA Programs Develop Professional Writing Skills
International MFA programs offer opportunities to develop writing skills under the tutelage of professional writers and published authors.
Nov 22, 2011
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Publishers Seeking Erotic Stories & Novels from Writers
Writers of erotic short stories and novels may submit directly to the list of publishers below without the assistance of a literary agent.
Nov 21, 2011
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Screenwriting Agents in California Seeking New Clients
California agents are looking for new talented screenwriters for feature films, television and movies.
Nov 21, 2011
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AAR Literary Agents in California Seeking Fiction Writers
Reputable literary agencies in California are seeking manuscripts from fiction writers in a variety of genres including mystery, romance and young adult.
Nov 21, 2011
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Newspapers Hiring Writers for Columns & Feature Stories
Numerous U.S. newspapers and publications are accepting queries from freelance writers for both feature and regular columns.
Nov 20, 2011
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Small Presses Publishing Hardcover Books for Unagented Writers
Many small presses are interested in publishing quality work received directly from authors without agents.
Nov 20, 2011
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2012 Short Story Contests and Awards for Writers
A list of writing competitions held throughout the year that offer publication, cash and recognition to short story authors of all experience levels.
Nov 18, 2011
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Mystery & Crime Short Story Publishers Offering Pro Payments
Magazines are accepting submissions for mystery/crime short stories and offering pro pay rates to unagented writers of all experience levels.
Nov 17, 2011
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Low-Residency MFA Programs for Creative Writing in the US
The top ten low-residency MFA programs for creative writing offer superior instruction for individuals wanting to master the craft of writing.
Nov 17, 2011
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Colorado School of Mines Ranked #1 for Salary Potential
The Colorado School of Mines located in Golden, Colorado is a prestigious research university concentrating on engineering and applied science.
Jan 27, 2011
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