Learn when to use clench vs. clinch in your writing with Grammar Rules from the Writer’s Digest editors, including a few examples.
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Kirsten W. Larson: Writing Is Just Such a Messy Process for Me
In this interview, author Kirsten W. Larson discusses cutting a third of the story and rewriting what remained in her new nonfiction picture book, This is How You Know.
Author Stacy Waldman Bass discusses the process of processing the deaths of both her parents and focusing the events in memoir.
Every Wednesday, poets from around the world can find a Wednesday Poetry Prompt at Writer’s Digest. This week, write a small poem.
Author Sam Sussman discusses the challenges of reading your own audiobook in addition to the benefits of knowing your work better than ever.
Writing coach Linda G. Hatton breaks down how to work with a writing coach, including how to find one, what questions to ask, and more.
In this episode of “Writer’s Digest Presents,” author Alyssa Colman discusses how to keep young readers engaged, writing for middle-grade, and more.
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The WD team has witnessed many writing mistakes over the years, this week’s mistake is writing in censoring yourself and your unique voice.
In this interview, author Simon Tolkien discusses the eight years and industry shake-ups that went into his new historical fiction, The Room of Lost Steps.
Seasoned podcast producer and sound designer Jaimi Ryan shares 12 dos and don’ts of podcasting for writers.
Author S.L. Woeppel summons up a conversation between her and her spouse about the use of ghosts in storytelling (specifically, her story).
In this interview, author Aurora Palit discusses feeling braver when writing her new romance novel, Honey and Heat.
Award-winning author Heidi Herman shares how she was able to navigate author branding across multiple genres and formats.
Author Laura Goode shares strategies for writers on how to talk money with editors who want to publish their writing.
In this interview, author Jerome Charyn discusses his deep understanding of Maria Callas while writing his new historical fiction, Maria La Divina.
Sage Tyrtle shares three tools to help writers write convincingly from a child’s point of view in fiction (with writing exercises).
Find Audrey Goldberg Ruoff’s query letter for Hopelessly Teavoted, as well as thoughts from editor Melanie Iglesias.
Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today’s prompt, write about what a parent will do to give their kid the latest fad.
In this interview, author Julie Berry discusses her hopes for readers with her new YA fantasy, If Looks Could Kill.
Award-winning author Alma Katsu shares five pros and cons and writing historical fiction vs. writing contemporary fiction.
Bestselling author Hank Phillippi Ryan reveals five steps for turning the muddle in the middle of a novel into the magic in the middle.
Award-winning author Leslie Johansen Nack breaks down the difference of active voice vs. passive voice and how they impact memoir writing.
In this week’s round up from Script magazine, learn how to fast track your writing by creating a solid outline.
Author Jen Craven discusses why returning the same questions and themes in fiction is a strength for writers and their work.
In this interview, author Allison Cundiff discusses combining feel-good reading with literary development in her new novel, Hey Pickpocket.
Learn from Tiffany Yates Martin about writing multiple storylines, timelines, and POVS, plus more from Writer’s Digest!
Submit an original caption for this cartoon by Bob Eckstein for a chance to win his newest book, Inspired by Cats.
Productivity expert Paula Rizzo shares her best strategies for getting the most out of your writing time.
Managing Editor Moriah Richard gives you some insight into the books they’re most looking forward to in the second half of 2025.
Award-winning author and arts advocate Patricia Leavy breaks down how to end a trilogy or novel series that readers will love and appreciate.
In this interview, author Scarlett Dunmore discusses how her love of horror films helped inspire her YA horror novel, How to Survive a Horror Movie.