Contributor Publications

Eden Moon by Debbie Ramsey

Molly 'Moon Pie' Monroe is swept up in a whirlwind of intrigue and adventure after meeting her idol, rock star Marty Steele, lead singer of the worldwide sensation "The Knights". When Moon Pie enters a contest through her local radio station, the world of a small town, high school girl and that of a globe-trotting rock star collide, changing their lives forever. Through trials and tribulation, through adventure and despair, their passion continues to blossom like a rose.

Chance Encounter by Debbie Ramsey

Grant Alexander is a twenty-seven year old rising star in the world of automobile racing. He's the primary driver for Team ADRS, a family funded NASCAR in the Busch Series.

When Grant exits Gucci's Menswear to inspect the shirts he had just purchased, he notices a woman frantically searching her purse for loose coins to feed into an expired parking meter. Chloe looks up just as Grant realizes that she is without the necessary change. He takes her hand and, looking intently into her eyes, places some money in her palm. Even though each is drawn to the other, neither one utters a word. Grant turns away and leaves her standing on the street only to wonder just who that kind fellow was; but more to the point, how would she ever find him again on the busy streets of Los Angeles.

Shade of the Moon Cross by Misty Lackey

Writing is a great passion that needs to be brought out in words. What would life be like without a toss of a hat? A good morning? An evening prayer? Or a simple walk in the woods? Poetry to this country gal is pure beautiful talent with a wish to be read and just getting a touch of a person's soul will make her smile with sweet emotion. Come on in, sit back and let your mind take you into a path to the Shade of the Moon Cross... A first book of poetry.

Available at http://www.lulu.com/content/309588

Beyond the Grave by Misty Lackey

From the author of Shade of the Moon Cross comes this second collection of dark, erotic poetry, which delves deeper into the physical and spiritual nature of human emotion.

Available at http://www.lulu.com/content/309588

Shattering Silence: Reclaiming the Voice of Social Awareness Through Poetry and Art 

edited by Christina Surdi

A collection of poetry and artwork that reaches out from the silence and reclaims the voice of awareness. Focuses on issues such as abuse, eating disorders, addiction, and other struggles people face and overcome in life. Featuring over 30 contemporary artists and writers from around the world.

Available at http://www.lulu.com/content/253044

Fairly False Inflections by Peter Fernbach

An introspective collection of poetry by Buffalo native Peter Fernbach.   

Available at http://www.lulu.com/content/2002342

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NOW AVAILABLE: Tangent Issue II
Current mood: stoked

Hey everyone!

I have great news!  The long-awaited second issue of Tangent is finished!  This unbelievable issue features the work of 29 writers and artists, including: Debbie Ramsey, Zach Rose, Brian Pitzer, Richard E. Reed Jr., Rachel Hays, Matthew Hernandez, Daniel Dorociak, Susan Morriss, Benjamin Brindise, W.k. kortas, C. Boylan, Nathalie Freson, Janet Doggett, Eric Levy, Janis Rooks, Meria Cairns, Kevin Green, Ali Simpson, Luis Alonso Zelaya, Chastity Roberts, Joseph Goosey, Philip Beverley, and many, many more.

The issue is available online at a discount, but for a limited time only.  The current reduced price is roughly the cost of production, the same price that we over at the Tangent headquarters pay per issue.  Please note that the price will go up in approximately three weeks when the issue hits bookstores.  So hurry up and order your copy now!

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Magazine Updates

Just some changes and updates:

As of June 1st, Tangent Literary Arts Magazine will be a bi-annual publication rather than a quarterly publication.  Our first issue of this year came out in March and our second issue will be released on August 1st. 

We will continue to accept submissions to be considered for this issue until June 20.  Anything received after that date will be considered for the first issue of 2009.  We need more artwork and photography so send us your work!!!

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Tangent is now available in Talking Leaves Bookstore

The premiere issue of Tangent is now available in Talking Leaves...Books on Main Street.  It’s located right near UB in Buffalo NY.

Pick up your copy today!

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NOW AVAILABLE: Tangent Literary Arts Magazine, Volume 1 / Issue 1

The wait is over... I know how much you’ve all been anticipating the arrival of this day. And the wait, my dear friends, is over.

The premiere issue of Tangent Literary Arts Magazine is now available!

Just go here: http://www.lulu.com/content/2105020

Featuring the amazing literary and artistic talent of more than 20 contributors from around the globe.

Astounding photography by Lani-lee Almich, Ali Shah, Misty Lackey and Joan McDonald.

Attention-grabbing fiction by Drew Bialy (aka Dash MacBastard to all you myspacers), John Schafer, Brittany JaNae Gibson, Maggie DiGiovanni, Richard Lynch and Kara Rawluzski.

Poetic musings by: Debbie Ramsey, Zach Rose, T.W. Foreman, Sharon Surdi, Andrea Zysk, Ashley Smith, Jeremi Handrinos, Dwayne Lackey, Misty Lackey, Amanda Grace Fromm, Mary Sue Tichey, Sara Ries, Peter Fernbach, Jordan Edmeades, Lani-lee Almich, and Shantell Russell.

Get your own personal copy today!

Hurry! Follow the link below:

http://www.lulu.com/content/2105020

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Buffalo Small Press Book Fair
Current mood: excited

Attention all Tangent Friends, Contributers, and Subscribers!

Be on hand, Saturday March 22nd at the Buffalo Small Press Book Fair.  The staff of Tangent (as well as a few of its key contributers and associated authors) will be present at their very own booth peddling the latest issue, autographing copies of past work, and answering any and all of your Tangent related questions. Got a submission? Bring it. Got a bag full of support? Bring that too.

Follow the handy-dandy link below to learn more Fair info, times, deadlines, and directions. Look forward to seeing you there!

Buffalo Small Press Book Fair      

Currently reading : The Edge of Human (Blade Runner, Book 2) By K.W. Jeter Release date: 01 August, 1996

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The Team Behind the Scenes
Current mood: creative

Here are the geniuses behind this oh-so-awesome publication.

Leader of the Pack: 

 Christina Surdi

  
Recent college graduate, Mental Health Counselor/Case Manager, and professional perfectionist.  Previous publications include Shattering Silence: An Anthology (available on Amazon.com).  Loves Venti Nonfat Chai lattes from Starbucks, smoothie skittles (which they no longer sell, damn it), and the smell of new and old books alike.  

Managing Editor/ Bad Ass Motherfucker :

   Drew Bialy

Would-be comic book artist, undergraduate student and supervisor for a Security Printing Firm. Currently finishing his first novel, along with a collection of short fiction.  

Bookworms (aka Submission Readers)

Ashley Smith

 Secondary English Education major, previously published in The Writer's Compass. Is a huge fan of fantasy novels, including Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings and The Anita Blake series by Laurell K Hamilton.  Enjoys writing (except when it comes to schoolwork), seeing movies, and spending time with her ever-supportive family and friends.
 

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The greatest gift is to give of one’s self
Category: Life

Tangent Literary Arts Magazine is greatly involved in community service and volunteer work.  For the past several years, the Tangent Magazine staff has taken part in many charitable projects including a clothing drive for Buffalo City Mission, sponsoring a family affected by Hurricane Katrina, a toy collection for the Navajo Child Drive, and the Art and Poetry exhibit for Featherweight Inc.  If you are interested in helping any of these organizations, please check out the websites listed below. 

 Featherweight, Inc.    www.featherweightinc.com

Featherweight, Inc is a community based non- profit organization, dedicated to the education and treatment of eating disorders. It was founded by Debbie Begeny after her 22 year old daughter, Heather, died in March 2003 of complications of Anorexia Nervosa and Ipecac abuse.

The goal of Featherweight, Inc. is to use a grassroots approach , locally, to reach out to the public by disseminating information to parents, caregivers, and victims about the warning signs, dangers, and consequences of Anorexia, Bulimia, and other related disorders. While attending events such as health fairs is important, Featherweight, Inc. plans to go where healthy people may not be. 

Each year, Featherweight, Inc holds several fundraisers to raise money for eating disorder treatment, research and education. Past fundraisers have included a Garage Sale, Art and Poetry Exhibit, Spaghetti Dinner, 5k Walk and Buffalo Idol contest.  They also hold Candlelight Vigils and participate in community health forums.

Featherweight Inc is always looking for new volunteers so if you are interested, contact Jil or Debbie on their website.
  

Navajo Child Drive  www.navajochild.org

The Eastern Navajo Child Drive is a 501(c)3 charitable organization that helps Navajo children in the eastern region Dine'tah (Navajoland).  The purpose of this project is to provide Christmas food baskets and a few simple gifts for the neediest children and their families. The families and children that Santa would not otherwise be able to visit.

The Navajo Indian Tribe is the largest federally-recognized tribe in the United States.

Poverty Statistics

The most recent report from the Navajo Nation Division of Economic Development (2000/2001 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy) provides the following information.

• Median Age (Census Count) 22.5 years
• Per Capita Income $6.217.00
• Percent below poverty line 56.1
• Unemployment Rate 43.65

Most of the housing is inadequate, many of which lack plumbing, phone service and electricity.  The dirt roads make travel difficult, especially in the wintertime. 

The Navajo Child Drive accepts toy  and cash donations year round.  Please contact Kathy Spitz if you would like to make a donation.  kspitz@navajochild.org

Buffalo City Mission buffalocitymission.org

Buffalo City Mission's vision is to restore hope to the homeless and hurting of Western New York.  We provide emergency shelter and nourishing meals to thousands of homeless men, women and children.  But we don't believe that's enough.

With the strengths of our Men's Center and our new state-of-the-art shelter for women and children, Cornerstone Manor, Buffalo City Mission provides comprehensive recovery programs to help homeless men, women and children rebuild stable, healthy, productive lives.

Buffalo City Mission accepts new and used clothing, toys, and household items.  Donations can be dropped off at the Men's Center.  Check out the website for directions.

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SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Updated

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

Tangent Literary Arts Magazine accepts submissions from writers and artists of all ages, locations and backgrounds. Submissions can be sent as an attachment to tangentmagazine@aol.com. Please include your full name, a brief bio and an email address we can reach you at.

We accept previously unpublished poetry, prose, artwork and photography. We do not have restrictions on content (except no porn please. That's not our thing). You MAY submit more than once each year, and we may publish your work in more than one issue.

ARTWORK & PHOTOGRAPHY:
At this time, we can only print black and white photos within the pages of our magazine. You may submit color photographs to be considered for the cover image. We ask that you submit each photograph as a separate attachment along with the name of the photograph. We will accept up to five pieces of artwork and/or photography per contributor per issue.

PROSE:
You may submit up to three pieces of prose. This may include fiction, non-fiction, memoir, flash fiction, or essays. No longer than 5,000 words. Each piece should be sent as a separate attachment.

POETRY:
We accept poetry of all forms and styles. Please send each titled poem as a separate attachment. We will accept up to five poems per contributor per issue. You may submit more than five poems at a time, and we will consider all of them but we will only be able to accept up to five.

If you have any questions concerning submission guidelines or publication, feel free to contact the editors at tangentmagazine@aol.com.

All submissions are subject to review and editing by the editors of Tangent Magazine. We reserve the right to turn down any work we recieve. We reserve the right to edit as we see fit. Submissions must be your own original work.

The deadline for submissions are as follows:

June 15th

December 15th

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Resources for Writers
Category: Writing and Poetry

As a self-proclaimed writer, I like to think of writing as something I'm compelled to do, something natural.  But occassionally (okay, maybe more than I'd like to admit), writing becomes somewhat of a chore- when I can't find the right words, when I have no inspiration, when I'm writing on a topic I don't feel strongly about- and I need a little push to get my pen flowing across the paper again.  During times like these, I find it helpful to seek advice from other writers, to explore the different techniques other word lovers like myself use, to get over the rugged boulder infamously known as writer's block.

Below are some links I've found useful, when it comes to finding writing prompts, tips and other people's stories and advice. 

For the avid memoirist

http://www.writersdigest.com/topics/memoirs.asp 

For the word painting poet

http://www.writersdigest.com/tip_search.asp?searchcategorygo=yes&searchcategory=Nonfiction+Subhome+Page

http://www.poetrycastle.me.uk/

http://www.poetryfoundation.org/

http://www.poets.org/

For all non-fiction writers

http://www.writersdigest.com/tip_search.asp?searchcategorygo=yes&searchcategory=Nonfiction+Subhome+Page

For writers of all genres

http://www.writermag.com/wrt/default.aspx

http://www.writers.net/writers.php

Forums

http://forums.craigslist.org/?forumID=27

http://www.writersbeat.com/forumdisplay.php?f=5

http://cs.writermag.com/forums/

http://www.writersdigest.com/mbbs/forum/category-view.asp

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