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The process of getting published for many a fledgling writer has long been murky, and as part of the Idea farms efforts to build a more diverse community of authors and create more pathways to publishing, we’ve  made this handy article to provide you with resources that might help you be seen. Below are some opportunities we think will help you to get yourself out there and on your way to recognition. We've broken them down into categories for people who already know their own comfort zone. HORROR Tenebrous Press TP's mission is to drag the malleable horror genre into newer, weirder territory with stories that are provocative, intelligent and terrifying, delivered by voices diverse & unsung.  Horror Society Horror Society is a small but personal place where you will find news from the independent and mainstream horror scene, upcoming movies and DVDs, events and conventions, reviews, interviews, on-set reports, and more. If you truly want to be a part of this ever-growing s...

Boost your career with a ‘skip-level’ meeting. What are skip-level meetings? They are meetings with your boss’s boss without your boss present. This interaction should not be perceived as going over your boss’s head. Personal interaction with a higher power in the business can improve your career, especially if you’re a new hire. The goal is to increase communication so that all parties learn more about what’s happening in the organization from each perspective. Also, skip-level meetings offer opportunities to develop professional relationships and connect with top management, especially if you don’t have regular interactions with your boss’s boss. How do I schedule a skip-level? If skip-level meetings are not already part of your organization, think about reaching out to senior managers on your own (but do inform your boss and explain the purpose). Justify such a meeting to your boss by stressing it’s helpful for: • Building relationships within the organization with someone you don’t...