Unlike previous volumes which focus on how to earn a living while writing in very specific areas, this anthology accurately describes a wide range of different avenues an aspiring author can pursue, either for profit or for personal fulfillment. Speaking directly to retirees, this book opens doors to many other areas worth pursuing; its chapters vary from the inspirational (the importance of linking to a community with similar interests, reconnecting to one's dreams, seeking inspirational sources) to the quotidian (everyday writing tips, and how to use one's experience to find subjects to write about). Writing after Retirement provides a variety of vantage points from published authors and paints a realistic portrayal of what it takes to get started in the industry. This book also includes preparation for the challenges that aspiring writers face, and practical guides for overcoming them. A range of issues are addressed: *Linking one's writing to current activities *The nuts and bolts of writing *Planning one's estate *New career paths *Writing opportunities *Practical advice on how to take that first step Whether writing for pleasure or for profit, the reader will find plenty to choose from in this collection.
Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Part I Starting In 1. After Retirement: Building a New Writing Life by Connecting to Community Arlene L. Mandell 2. Following Dreams Put on Hold Stanley L. Klemetson 3. A Muse of One's Own: Finding Inspiration for Your Writing Life Alice Lowe 4. Starting Fresh Into Poetry: A Plan for a Late Career Elizabeth Bodien 5. Transition from Teacher to Author Rosemary McKinley 6. What Shall I Write Today? Lynne Davis 7. Writing after Retirement: Using and Tuning Life Experiences Jinny V. Batterson Part II Practical Aspects 8. Estate Planning for Authors Robert Runte 9. In Pursuit of Simultaneous Passions: Writing and Volunteering Christine Swanberg 10. Joining A Writer's Group for Practical Help, Emotional Support Louise Nayer 11. The Public Library: A Treasure Trove for Writers Lisa Fraser 12. Some Writing Nuts and Bolts Stephen P. Sottong Part III Finding Your Niche 13. Compiling an Anthology 14. Discover and Make Sense of Yourself by Writing Poetry John Presley 15. Grant Writing in Retirement Nancy Kalikow Maxwell 16. It's Never Too Late to Start Blogging Sarah W. Bartlett 17. My Niche-My Way B. Lynn Goodwin 18. Using Life Experience: Memoir Writing Rita Keeley Brown 19. Writing About the Body in Sickness and Health Maxine Susman 20. Writing About Heritage Maxine Susman 21. Writing for Literary Magazines after Retirement Barbara Kussow IV Publication and Marketing 22. How to Become a Successful Romance Writer in Retirement Lori Leger 23. It Won't Work If You Can't Work With Editors Katie McKy 24. Promoting Your Best Writing Through Good Time Management and Persistence Carole Mertz 25. Self-Publishing: A Viable Option Kathleen Clauson 26. A Writer's Marketing Recommendations Ann McCauley 27. Writing Children's Books: 17 Steps to Success Angela Narth Index About the Editors and Contributors
