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Hello friends, this is an email I never wanted to write. As much as I hate to say this, CRY Magazine will be shutting down.
Did you RSVP yet? If not, what are you waiting for?
You could be next.
Dandelions bloom in my backyard again.
That’s what I’m here for
We all need somebody.
We made these forests of concrete, wood, metal, and clay. We should admire them as well.
You know what time it is. I’m back again this Saturday to host another free writing workshop.
Fingers crossed
This is another step in providing value to the CRY community.
Time to get paid
THIS WEEK’S WRITING PROMPT
Start expecting more from your content.
Protect your peace
Gratitude
Tell us your toughest creative challenge
Expressing your womanhood
WE’RE BUILDING TOGETHER
MY FIRST COURSE IS HERE!
Hello friends, let’s talk for a bit.
SUPERSTAR SESSIONS
How has writing helped you heal?
Hello friends,
Remote writing position
Not alone
We’ve all been disappointed
Is life really short?
The sky is shifting colours
BREAK TIME
It’s what this publication is all about
What are you dreaming about?
I wanted to write about snow
PUTTING MENTAL HEALTH FIRST
HOW TO MAKE MONEY WRITING
MOMENTS THAT CHANGE US
How to make money writing
Who do you want to see?
And no, it’s not writing
What are you grateful for?
Co-dependent
TOP SELLING HOLIDAY BOOKS
When was the last time you shed a tear?
As the night sets a day, the morning starts one.
HOME
WHAT MASK ARE YOU WEARING?
NOVEL WRITING WORKSHOP
I’ve never been here before
Does weather impact your writing?
You make a difference
The night is coming. A time of fresh, crisp air and a sky bloated with light pollution. The days grow short, and the night grows longer and…
Patriarchy
RSVP your spot today!
Do you remember?
School, to me, has been an experience of loathing fun.
CRY is starting a free writer’s workshop series
Has writing helped you heal?
People say dreams are meant to be an interpretation of how your brain sees the world rather than how your eyes see it. The way a place…
Happy dance!
Love wins
You can’t love them
Hot sun and warm bodies
Dreams can enhance the best and worst of us
At your core?
I’m not running fast enough
Part 2
What was your inspiration?
Or if you’re really feeling brave, who was your first love?
I have faith in my head. I trust in my dreams. That’s why I love dreaming. I become a different character and I live through a different…
Do you trust yourself?
Tell us about it
You’ve lived life, but not enough to truly say you’ve lived life.
Hello CRY family,
It could be now or in the past.
I embrace her
Who would you be?
The importance of community for writers
Can you?
GENETIC LOTTERY
Writing is about creating an experience
Or brings you joy.
What’s in a name?
Why are you writing?
Those damn plastic couches
When did everything change?
Can we win?
Your life in waves
And how does it impact authors?
What is your place in this world?
Breaking down the lessons from Sanderson’s $21 million Kickstarter campaign.
It’s your world
What is your responsibility as a writer?
What a loaded word
Teens Love Lit
We need to pay attention
Not anymore
Is that true?
My thoughts on why some writers get book deals and some don’t
Is it dangerous?
Authors, this post is for you.
What you can learn from Chanel
Followers are not readers
What you need to know before taking that contract
What does self acceptance mean to you?
Life is beautiful
What have you sacrificed?
“Damn, I thought I let go of that already.”
Let’s keep it real: finding common ground between what your mind believes and what the world shows you can be one of the most frustrating…
What area of your life are you working on to transform?
Surrender will be one of the hardest things you ever do.
In a journaling session this morning, I went through a few exercises that led me to a startling truth:
I’ve been in love with the song, ‘Benediction’ by August Alsina since I was about 15 years old. In his astounding and almost magical…
People say that your outer reality matches your inner reality. While there’s always room for debate—what would you change if the Universe…
Self-reflecting on your creative self.
As the story goes — an old grandfather tells his grandson that there is a battle between two wolves within all humans. One is evil —…
No success without sacrifice.
Indie artists releasing new music
How are you overcoming?
Is there a connection?
It’s as thrilling as it sounds.
Are you really being authentic?
Resources to help elevate your career.
How do you not let fear control you?
Let’s not be afraid to talk about it.
How are you holding yourself accountable?
How are you finding freedom and solace in writing or creating?
Getting you caught up on CRY
Emerging writers, this is for you!
What does success look like?
As CRY continues to find ways to connect and support the creation of powerful stories, we’ve recently started a new platform.
Creative freedom
How do you nurture this relationship?
Maybe your first thought is like mine: why not both?
Has it happened to you?
What are your routines?
How comfortable are you with sharing your life?
How do you want to be known?
Creative self care
We’re letting you know.
Tell us about your creative insecurities
Twitter is taking a gamble in the name of keeping up with the trends.
This week on CRY
Can’t miss stories from CRY.
Not everyone can have a valentine’s, but we can all remember that feeling of falling in love with words.
And more this week from CRY
England looks to uplift Black authors and increase its diversity.
The audiobook industry continues to innovate.
It’s not what you think
How are you protecting yourself from the sin of comparison?
And what are we willing to do about it?
Is there any reason to be upset about a picture?
Be careful…
Some simple changes to how you can contribute to CRY.
Stories on love and fear and guilt, all on CRY this week.
Discussing what the merger of PRH and Simon and Schuster means for authors, readers and independent publishers.
A new book discovery community has been formed, and it’s been funded by more than 120 authors. Alessandra Torre is the cofounder and CEO of…
Fully funded creative writing programs.
Can’t-miss stories on CRY. Creativity, isolation and a person named Depression.
How writers can use Substack to earn money from their newsletter.
My routine is constant: up at 5:30 and I’m writing most of the day. It’s been like this for close to a decade, but I’d be lying if I said…
Some tips to help you make more money as a writer.
A list of agencies to help freelance writers secure large contracts.
I read a quote from a writer the other day that essentially said that confidence and the creative process don’t mix. I’ve been thinking…
I realized that we’ve never taken the time to fully explain all that we do at CRY, including how we earn revenue. It’s fairly simple but…
As writers and artists, we put so much into our work. We’re literally offering pieces of ourselves to the world in exchange for…
Sometimes the stories on CRY really hit deep. Last week, we asked our writers to share stories of trauma and creativity and they delivered…
I find it interesting that there’s this historical narrative about writers and creatives being particularly recluse and choosing isolation…
Year over year print sales is up again. 6.4% compared to this time last year to be exact. There are several reasons for this upsurge, with…
We’re doing it again! On Saturday, October 24, CRY will be hosting our second We CRY Together Celebration featuring two artists…
I have to admit that I totally underestimated the emotional toll that writing about trauma would have on me. It takes something out of me…
In case you didn’t remember, the noble prize announcements happened this past week. The literary award went to American poet Louise Glück…
Just when you think you’ve heard it all, this happens. Trust me, this is just the beginning. News anchors and journalists are staples at…
So many of us are balancing a day job with working on our creative dreams. We’re earning a living while simultaneously investing in how we…
It’s so incredible to know that CRY is connecting with writers and creatives from all around the world. I don’t know what I expected when…
When I think of crowdfunding, I think of two things: an independent creative looking to get support for their work or someone in need of…
I’ve always loved writing, but I think the moment I fell in love with it was when I started writing my first book. I remember feeling so…
I admit that I never have. Maybe because a visual novel is essentially a literary video game with still images helping to tell a fictional…
The power of book clubs still exist, especially when they’re connected to celebrity readers. Oprah’s is probably the most famous, but Emma…
They’re expecting presales to hit 3 million.
As creatives, it’s like we’re living double lives. Part of the day, we’re imagining, thinking, observing and creating pieces we hope will…
Grow Your Story is the new fiction development program being launched by Hachette. The program is meant for BAME (Black, Asian and…
This week was an interesting mix of think pieces, interviews and stream-of-conscious like articles. An author in Toronto just put out a new…
“Slow and steady wins the race.”
It’s pretty much impossible to ignore the trauma that’s being flashed across our screens every day. It’s become far too routine and…
At CRY, we like to send you themes that spark ideas for you to write about. Our guided submission requests have become part of who we are…
This week, we saw some emotional posts about what it means to be an artist. It’s always great learning about these shared experiences…
There are so many interesting nuances that come with being creative. You are comfortable making sacrifices and certain decisions that may…
Another wonderful week of emotional creativity on CRY. Here’s what you missed:
And other stories you need to read on CRY.
We keep seeing it happen, guys. More and more “authors” are dropping audiobooks either exclusively or prior to releasing a physical…
If we’re really honest with ourselves, there’s at least a part of us that wants a taste of commercial success. We want people reading our…
Wow, the stories our contributors are delivering are absolutely phenomenal. I’m not even going to say too much. Take a look at some of the…
Judy and Richard’s Search for a Bestseller Competition is nearing its submission deadline. You’ll need to have a full manuscript in order…
CRY is bringing creatives together to celebrate and you’re invited!
We’re all dreamers. We wish and work for the day that we can wake up and write, draw, design, direct, shoot or create whatever our hearts…
Simon and Schuster have found someone to lead its famed publishing house and her name is Dana Canedy. Canedy has been named senior vice…