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Oxford English Dictionary onlineContains the complete text of the OED's 20-volume Second Edition and 3-volume Additions Series. Also includes draft material from the current OED project, representing the latest progress towards a completely revised and updated Third Edition. The OED online can be used to perform simple searches for word definitions, or for full-text searching of all OED's definitions, etymologies and quotations through the Search function. Updated quarterly.
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Encyclopedia BritannicaMajor English language general encyclopedia.
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New York Review of BooksFind essays about books and literature.
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New York Times Book Review OnlineFind book reviews and news about authors, new books, bestsellers, fiction & nonfiction, literature, biographies, memoirs and more
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Publishers Weekly OnlineAn international news website of book publishing and bookselling.
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Kirkus ReviewsProvides critical, descriptive, and concise reviews of forthcoming books.
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Book Review Index OnlineExplore a comprehensive online index of book reviews from thousands of publications.
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DuotropeDuotrope is a subscription-based service for writers that offers an extensive, searchable database of current fiction, poetry, and non-fiction markets. There is a free 7-day trial period.
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Poets & WritersFind literary magazines for poetry, fiction, creative non-fiction; agents; contests and jobs.
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Literary MarketPlaceA directory of America and Canadian book publishing.
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The Writer's MarketProvides information on literary agents, contests, awards, and magazines.
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Poet's marketA Writer's Market for poets.
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University of Arizona Poetry CenterA nationally renowned special collections library and archive, academic and community resource and sponsor of numerous outreach programs, including its distinguished Visiting Poets and Writers Reading Series, the Poetry Center has become one of the foremost literary arts centers in America.
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Case Libre en la SolanaThe mission of Casa Libre en la Solana is to support and enhance the creativity of professional and novice writers by providing uninterrupted time for work through residency programs; and to provide a venue for classes, readings, and other professional development opportunities.
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Arizona State Poetry SocietyEncourages the writing and reading of poetry, and to further the goals of the National Federation of State Poetry Societies in securing further public recognition of the art of poetry.
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POG: Poetry in ActionA collective of poets, literary critics, and practitioners of other art forms who have joined together in Tucson, Arizona. As a federally-recognized, non-profit organization, POG promotes active appreciation of and engagement with avant-garde artistic work in a variety of media.
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Kore PressPublishes literary and artistic work by by women, including those traditionally underrepresented in the cultural mainstream.
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PersonaAn annual magazine of art and literature designed, edited, produced, and marketed by University of Arizona undergraduates of all majors.
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Sonora ReviewOne of the oldest student-run literary journals in the country, put together solely by graduate students in the Creative Writing Department at the University of Arizona.
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Poets & Writers Guide to MFA ProgramsSearch a comprehensive database of graduate creative writing programs.
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The Low Residency MFA HandbookOffers prospective graduate students an in-depth preview of low-residency creative writing MFA programs. The guide also clarifies the application process and offers application tips from program directors and alumni. It also considers funding, program structures, and unique opportunities such as editorships and assistantships.