Florida Authors
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Library Online Resources
Biography in Context »
Use Biography in Context to find information about your favorite Florida author.
Books & Authors »
If you have just read a great Florida book and would like to find another book like it, this database can generate a great reading list.
Literature Resource Center »
This database can help you find books by Florida authors about Florida.
LitFinder »
Check out this resource for novels, poems, or short stories about Florida.
NoveList Plus »
Find Florida books, Read-alike lists, book reviews, and book discussion guides.
Favorite Florida Authors
Piers Anthony
Dave Barry
S.V. Date
Tim Dorsey
Book List | Website | OCLS Video
Connie May Fowler
Book List | Website | OCLS Video
Heather Graham
James W. Hall
Ernest Hemingway
Carl Hiaasen
Zora Neale Hurston
Elmore Leonard
John D. MacDonald
Patrick D. Smith
Book List | Website | OCLS Video
Les Standiford
Book List | Website | OCLS Video
Randy Wayne White
Mobile
Advanced English and Thesauras
Never be at a loss for finding just the right word. This free application for Android provides more than 1.4 million words. Organizes a network of straightforward definitions and meaningfully related words and concepts.
Google Play | Website
Evernote
Stay organized in your busy life as a writer. This free application lets you take notes, capture photos, create to-do lists, record voice reminders, and makes them all searchable. Available for multiple mobile devices.
SimpleMind + (mind mapping)
Let this free application add structure and fun to your writing projects. The mind mapping tool allows you to colorfully and visually organize your creative juices on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod.
iTunes | Website
Social
Critique Circle »
Great free resource for writers to improve their writing skills and to give and receive feedback on their work. Also, provides helpful forums and writing tools for those passionate about writing.
Delicious »
This free social bookmarking site allows you to have a set of writer's bookmarks that you can access and share from anywhere.
Facebook »
Create a Facebook or public profile page to share and keep your fans up-to-date with all your literary ventures. Allows users to interact with you without having to become a friend.
Google Docs »
Store your manuscript online, edit it from any computer, or choose to share access to it.
The Writing Show »
Provides information and inspiration for writers. Includes a podcast series covering all aspects of writing.
Library Materials
The Craft of Writing »
These book selections outline essential writing techniques and give in-depth details about the novel writing process.
Local Authors »
If you are a local author, contact the Library and find out how you can add your book to our collection. The Local Author collection is located on the 3rd floor of the Orlando Public Library, downtown.
The Process of Publication »
Check out this seven-part DVD series on all aspects of becoming a published author and the publication process.
Writing Careers and Jobs »
Pursue a successful writing career by checking out these materials that offer guidance on career training, education, and writing opportunities.
Websites
Central Florida Romance Writers »
This website provides information on membership and meetings for this division of the national chapter of Romance Writers of America® along with a list of Florida romance authors and current releases.
Florida Book Awards »
This website provides information pertaining to the annual Florida Book Awards including eligibility requirements, definition of categories, and important entry dates.
The Florida Book Review »
Explore books with Florida themes! The Florida Book Review specializes in book reviews of books set in Florida, or written by Florida authors, or books of special interest to Floridians.
Florida Writers Association »
Use this website to connect with other Florida writers. Read book reviews and find information about contests and conference information.
Mystery Writers of America Florida Chapter »
Learn about this Florida organization which supports published and aspiring writers, editors, agents, screenwriters, and readers in this genre. Offers hosted meetings and training sessions; and a newsletter with writing, publishing, and marketing tips.
SCBWI Florida »
Network with other members in the Florida Chapter of the Society of Children's Books Writers and Illustrators. Find local critique groups for writers and illustrators of picture books, middle grade readers, and young adult novels.
