In this interview, bestselling author Karen Swan discusses how a two-word phrase in a headline launched a book series and more.

Literary agent for children’s book authors Mary Cummings explains the biggest mistake she sees in picture book pitches—and how you can avoid making that mistake.

Author Susanna Bavin shares here nine-step process for planning out a second world war novel, useful for other historical novels.

Author Rachel Paris breaks down the different types of POV (or point of view) and discusses which option(s) is best for thrillers.

Trained fighter and author Carla Hoch reveals six misconceptions (and truths) about the fight or flight response, including the freeze.

In this interview, author Collin Armstrong discusses how the 2020 era of COVID shares parallels with his new horror novel, Polybius.

Author and writing retreat host Johanna Garton examines the things writers should consider when considering writing retreats.

Author Natasha Williams shares three tips for exploring the art of imagination and using that to find voice in memoir.

Bestselling author LJ Andrews shares her thoughts and tips on building high stakes in a romantasy plot that readers will love.

In this interview, author Paulette Kennedy discusses writing about the nature of love and forgiveness with her new historical fiction, The Artist of Blackberry Grange.

Author Deanna Martinez-Bey shares strategies for combating loneliness while working on the often solitary craft of writing.

Congratulations to F.A. Battle, Grand Prize winner of the 5th Annual Writer’s Digest Personal Essay Awards. Here’s her winning essay, “Ground Zero.”

Here’s the list (updated daily) of the 2025 April Poem-A-Day (PAD) Challenge poetry prompts for folks who want one post to check each day.

In this interview, author Craig Thompson discusses the evolution of an essay-driven documentary into his new memoir, Ginseng Roots.

Congratulations to the winners of the 5th annual Writer’s Digest Personal Essay Awards!

For Day 30 of the 2025 April Poem-A-Day Challenge, poets (and other party people) are prompted to write a remix poem.

Announcing the winning manuscript and author of the 2024 November Poem-A-Day Chapbook Challenge! Plus, three finalists and more.

Find six great story markets for writers here.

Bestselling author Lyla Lee shares how getting rather personal can help stories become more universal for readers.

In this interview, author Nana Malone discusses the surprising relatability of her characters in her new romance novel, Gold Coast Dilemma.

Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today’s prompt, write about what would cause a DoorDasher to abandon the job.

On Day 29 of the 2025 April Poem-A-Day Challenge, writers are challenged with the fifth (and final) Two-for-Tuesday prompt of the month.

Author John Bateson shares some of his experiences publishing five nonfiction books with different publishers (and a lot of rejections).

Freelance writer and cookbook author Lisa Howard shares the ingredients for creating a meaningful and long-lasting platform for cookbook writing.