Fiction

About: Fiction Writing
Advice and help for beginning and experienced fiction writers on writing fiction and getting published, including contests, competitions, exercises, and articles on improving your writing.
http://fictionwriting.about.com/

Advice to Aspiring Writers
Practical advice to new writers of science fiction and other genres as well.
http://www.starrigger.net/advice.htm

The Alternative Reality Writers' Zone
An online community for writers and readers of speculative fiction. Mailing lists, forums and other resources for various genre of fiction writers.
http://www.geocities.com/arwzone/

Angle on Writing
Character development for fiction writers.
http://www.ninetydegreesmedia.com/angleonwriting/index.html

BellaOnline: Fiction Writing
Apryl Duncan's articles, reviewed links, email newsletter and discussion forum for fiction writers.
http://www.bellaonline.com/site/fictionwriting

Broad Universe
An international organization promoting science fiction, fantasy, and horror written by women. Includes descriptions and reviews, online newsletter, and advice for new writers.
http://www.broaduniverse.org/

Creating Convincing Characters
For writers interested in creating living, breathing and dynamic characters.
http://groups.msn.com/CreatingConvincingCharacters

Critters Workshop
An on-line workshop and critique group for serious writers of Science Fiction and Fantasy, or Horror.
http://www.critique.org

Debbie Lee Wesselmann: Tips for Fiction Writers
Instruction on characterization, plot, structure, language, dialogue, how to get published, and other topics of interest to fiction writers. Includes recommended reading and links to other sites.
http://www.trutor.net/Writing%20Tips.html

Eclectics.com
Includes a newsletter, message board and writing tips for the fiction and non-fiction writer.
http://www.eclectics.com/

Everybody Scribbles
A 30 part short story writing course.
http://www.everybodyscribbles.com

Everyone Who's Anyone in Adult Trade Publishing
A free, annotated directory of 1300 literary agents, editors and publishers in the US, UK and Canada.
http://everyonewhosanyone.com

Fiction Factor
Tips and advice on getting published, articles on the craft and business of writing, current paying market listings, free ebook downloads, author interviews, lots of writer's resources.
http://www.fictionfactor.com

Fiction Writer's Connection
A membership-based service featuring newsletters, a mentoring program and critiques. Also public writer's chat and message board.
http://www.fictionwriters.com/

The Fiction Writer's Journey
Included here are sections for a beginning writer, working on a novel, and developing character and plot, writing exercises and an email list.
http://www.thefictionwritersjourney.com/index.html

Fiction Writers Resource Page
This page contains valuable articles for beginning writers, along with good advice on publishing and links to literary agents. A no-nonsense, nuts-and-bolts guide, easily navigable.
http://www.geocities.com/SoHo/Nook/9082/writersresources.html

FictionAddiction.NET
Post your writing in the showcase, read book reviews, write your favorite author, take a writing workshop. Two free newsletters, one for writers and one for readers.
http://fictionaddiction.net

FictionFanatic.com
For fiction writers covering news on fiction books, writing events, and jobs for creative writers.
http://www.fictionfanatic.com/

Fiction-Writing Articles
Directory to fiction writing articles.
http://www.angelfire.com/va/storyguide/

First Writer
Small press directory, writing tips, competition listings, literary agents, editorial services, writers' forum, writing links, geared to fiction and poetry writers.
http://www.firstwriter.com

Flash Fiction Writing Workshop
For serious writers of flash fiction (sudden, fast, micro, postcard fiction). Submit one manuscript each month and critique 4 to stay active.
http://home.att.net/~p.casto

Imaginaries
Cooperative of WWW writers in science fiction, horror, and fantasy works. Online workshop.
http://www.imaginaries.org/

Indian Novel
Indian novel after Arundhathi Roy's "The God of Small Things." Synopsis and sample chapters.
http://novel.bizhat.com

Infography about Writing Fiction
Sources recommended by a professor who specializes in the study of fiction writing.
http://www.infography.com/content/525692954438.html

Inspiration for Writers Tip Series
Describes the life cycle of a character and how writers can make characters live and breathe.
http://tritt.wirefire.com/tip6.html

Official Website of International Thriller Writers, Inc.
Information and news about reading, writing and publishing thrillers from the professional thriller writers' association.
http://www.thrillerwriters.org/

The Practicing Writer
Offers resources (including links and a free monthly newsletter) to help with the practice of creative writing.
http://www.practicing-writer.com/

Prose-n-poetry
A community of poets and friends. You can post poems, stories, recipies, and books. Give and receive helpful comments, and enter and create contests.
http://www.prose-n-poetry.com

Publish Your Short Fiction
Archived articles dealing with the subject of getting your short genre fiction published.
http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/publish_your_short_fiction

Short Story Writers Group
The Short Story Group is a free, friendly critique group for dedicated writers, ranging from beginners to advanced professionals. Short Story Group is based in Uk though there are members from all over the world.
http://www.shortstorygroup.com

Small Press Insider
Provides insight into horror and fantasy in the small press. It is a gathering place for publishers, writers, and artists.
http://p088.ezboard.com/bsmallpressinsider

So you Wanna Get a Short Story Published
Article on the process of getting short stories published, from picking a journal to writing a cover letter.
http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/shortstory/shortstory.html

SpecFicWorld.com
Free online resource guide for science fiction, fantasy, and horror writers.
http://www.specficworld.com/

A Story is a Promise
Site explores the craft of writing through reviews of popular movies, books and plays.
http://www.storyispromise.com

Stumble Upon: Sci-Fi & Horror Writers
Discuss science fiction and horror writing. Refer helpful websites and resources for everyone in the group. You may post and ask other members to critic your writing.
http://scifi-horror-writers.group.stumbleupon.com/

Tribe: Fiction Writing
Talking about writing and getting novels and short stories published. Serious writers only.
http://fictionwriting.tribe.net/

Tribe: Writing Fiction
Forum for fiction writers, any genre, any style, any subject.
http://writingfiction.tribe.net/

WebWeaving
How-to guide with tutorials and essays on writing, producing, and publishing online series or soap operas.
http://members.shaw.ca/velchuk/ww/

Western Writers of America Official Website
The official website of the Western Writers of America, home of the Spur Award.
http://www.westernwriters.org/

Word Spinner's Ink
A worldwide group of professional, mostly-published, fiction writers with good connections to publishers and the writing world. Workshops and community.
http://www.wordspinnersink.com/

Write21
Various articles provide new writers with an insight into the world of fiction writing.
http://home.vicnet.net.au/~write21/

Write and Publish Fiction
Includes writer's resources and information dedicated to helping new and experienced fiction writers get the most out from their writing.
http://www.write-and-publish-fiction.com

Writer Support
Email list for fiction writers.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/writersupport/

Writers of Tandem Fiction
A tandem story is a story written by more than one author, and it is usually difficult and fun to write. On our site people can view, comment on, and write tandem stories, and they can also view tips on writing and interact with others.
http://www.freewebs.com/tandemwriter/

The Writer's Web
Articles, discussion and a directory of links for fiction writers.
http://www.angelfire.com/ab/writersweb/new.html

The Writing Site
For fiction writers. Professional help for short stories and novels; how-to's on the basics; answers to submitting, agent, and publishing questions; discussion; good books, short story feature.
http://www.writingsite.com