The main idea behind this SIG is to provide writers of all genres a place to show their work in a constructive workshop atmosphere. The main word is "constructive". The section "writing life" is for general discussions about what the writing life is, for complaints, questions, suggestions, ideas about ways to survive as a writer. The markets section, I hope, will be used as a place to let everyone know of markets, contests, etc. so that we can all be informed. Please be thorough in this section, with as much information as possible. It would be rotten to be rejected because you didn't have all the rules... For the workshop sections, again, I hope that the criticism is constructive. None of us benefit by false praise, however. Let's try to make this a place where writers can grow, bitch, chat, and feel comfortable. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to let me know. My e-mail is wf597@freenet.victoria.bc.ca Chris Martens