This list of websites have been suggested by NWG members who have used them and found them useful. Members are urged to send any further recommendations to the presiding president sallyjwalker@cox.net.
Disclaimer: The Nebraska Writers Guild
does not endorse or promote any of the organizations or
their services described on these websites. This
listing is merely offered as a resource of points of
interest for writers to investigate and draw their own
conclusions.
Taxes for Freelance Writers
Website with links to numerous
up-to-date articles
U.S. Copyright Office
www.copyright.gov/
The direct source for information & forms for filing for
copyright
Alpha-Dictionary
A multi-purpose website containing spelling, semantics, tautologies, lexicon and multiple word databases.
Dictionary.Com
http://dictionary.reference
Grammar & Word Resource links listed
Entomology Dictionary
A compilation of several sources
providing word origins. Useful for identifying
appropriate time period for a specific word or slang
term.
Foreign Language Translation
www.foreignword.com/
Website listing links to help you find the foreign word
or phrase you need
The Gender Genie
A site that will analyze and "diagnose"
sections of writing as male or female. Useful for POV.
The Phrontistery
A website providing information on obscure words.
Ask-Any-Question
Yahoo Directory lists a vast variety of
topics you can search for answers. Cut your research
time and search their lists to find a website or expert
to answer your question.
Comparative Religions of the Worlds
Website for data on the various
religions of the world.
The Costume Page
A website for researchers of appropriate attire through the ages.
Curtis's The North American Indian
Access to the digital files of this
exclusive collection of illustrations and commentary
dated 1907-1930. Useful for accuracy of description and
detail when writing about Native Americans.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
A site that succinctly explains this
psychologist's theories of need-driven behavior.
Useful for POV and motivation.
Royalty
A website with contemporary information
on royals around the world and historical links
Time Lines of History
http://timelines.ws/
Website to help you put events and inventions in proper
perspective.
Western Americana
Website with vast research data on the Old West.
Wikipedia
Website of a free on-line encyclopedia. Caution: Not all data stated on any one subject has been verified, therefore you are cautioned to search for two other resources to confirm any data you wish to cite.
Vision: A Resource for Writers
Website to provide general writing information and motivation