Category: Admin

The Admin section of The Writer’s Camp Bugle includes site updates, policy notes, and behind-the-scenes information about Writer’s Camp operations. Posts here keep our community informed about technical changes, maintenance, and administrative announcements that help keep camp running smoothly.

Welcome to Writer’s Camp!

I am delighted that you have found your way to Writer's Camp, a community that celebrates excellence in writing, editing, and publishing. While we emphasize these skills for nursologists, everyone is welcome. Take a few minutes to see what we have to offer.

You can be a learner, or if you are so inclined, you can write for Writer's Camp. Bookmark the site and visit it often — there's something new almost every day. I am glad you are here!
—Leslie H. Nicoll, Camp Director

Virtual INANE 2026

Virtual INANE 2026 (International Academy of Nursing Editors) will be held on August 6, 7, and 8, 2026.

You know you want to attend--you support INANE and learn something new at every conference.

Early bird registration is open now until December 31, 2025. The all-inclusive price of $350 gives you access to the entire conference with our mobile app, keynote presentations, knowledge sessions (both podium and poster), awards and more! Keynote speakers are being identified; the Call for Abstracts will open on November 1st which will fill out the rest of the schedule. Register now to guarantee your spot!

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.

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.

The Word is Spreading!

Leslie H. Nicoll, Director of Writer's Camp, expresses appreciation for the support received, especially from Jan Fulton, who featured Writer's Camp in the Clinical Nurse Specialist journal. Nicoll highlights the availability of new articles, the Writer's Camp Bugle, and upcoming educational events, noting a growing community of 250 subscribers.

The Writer’s Camp Bugle #2

INANE is an Innovative Investment A PhD learner recently reached out to inquire about my initial experience at an International Academy of Nursing Editors (INANE) annual conference. She understood that I, like she is now, had been a doctoral learner as a first-time attendee at the INANE Reno Conference in 2019. She asked if I … Continue reading The Writer’s Camp Bugle #2

The Writer’s Camp Bugle #1

Hello Campers! Welcome to the Writer's Camp Bugle, our internal publication for news and announcements. The Bugle will be posted periodically to keep campers (ie, readers) abreast of new developments at the site. Publicity: After a 2 week "soft launch" I shared information about Writer's Camp with the International Academy of Nursing Editors (INANE) through … Continue reading The Writer’s Camp Bugle #1