Author: Leslie H. Nicoll

Leslie H. Nicoll, PhD, MBA, RN, FAAN has more than 50 years experience as a nurse, researcher, author, and editor. She is the Editor Emeritus for CIN: Computers, Informatics, Nursing and the current Editor of Visions: Science of Rogerian Nursing Scholarship. She is the Founder and President of Maine Desk, LLC. Writer's Camp is a business venture of Maine Desk and an exciting resource for excellence in writing, editing, and publishing.

Writer’s Camp Store and Education Cabin

Writer's Camp has launched two new features: the Writer's Camp Store and Education Cabin. Currently, the store offers the Manuscript Success Author Readiness Course, which includes resources and a final quiz for certification. A grand opening sale gives a $20 discount until September 30. Suggestions for future courses are welcome.

Listing of Credentials in Professional Publications

Parveen A. Ali, a nursing scholar and Editor-in-Chief of the International Nursing Review, discusses challenges surrounding author credential visibility in academic publications. Current practices typically limit author details to names and affiliations, raising concerns about understanding author expertise. A push for uniformity and transparency in credential presentation is advocated for nursing and other disciplines.

Writing as Storytelling: An Homage to Bob Keddell

Jenny Chicca honors her father, Bob Keddell, a fun-ducational expert and camp director, sharing stories from their time at ECRC summer camps. Bob's unique approach combined learning with storytelling, emphasizing the importance of engaging narrative in writing. His legacy inspires others to tell their stories with curiosity and humor.

Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing – Editor Opportunity

The Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing (JPSN) is seeking a candidate who will first serve as the Associate Editor, then step into the Editor-in-Chief position starting in January 2028. This role will provide a hands-on opportunity to learn the journal's operations before stepping into the Editor-in-Chief position. Click here to download the PDF with all the details of the position.

Please share this opportunity with your networks and encourage anyone who might be interested. Candidates can submit a letter of interest and their CV to jpsneditor.garciam@apsna.org.

Cultivating the Publishable Writer Within

In Cultivating the Publishable Writer Within, Faith A. Tissot guides budding scholars in transforming academic assignments into publishable manuscripts. She highlights the need for persistence, resilience, mentorship, and daily writing. Drawing on Writer’s Camp resources and personal experiences, she shows how feedback and revision build confidence and lead to publication success