Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today’s prompt, write about a day in the life of a social media influencer.

In this interview, bestselling author Laura Lippman discusses how a favorite film helped inspire her new mystery novel, Murder Takes a Vacation.

Author Alina Khawaja shares her top rules for writing Mr. Right in romance fiction, including how to make him hot and pure stinkin’ cute.

Find Amber Oliver’s successful query to agent Angeline Rodriguez for her debut novel, When the Music Hits.

Author Dheepa R. Maturi shares her own top four mindset shifts to send a more hopeful story into the world, even while sharing tough stories.

Author B.R. Duray shares thoughts on writing big (and sometimes difficult) emotions in children stories while keeping them fun to read.

In this interview, author E.C. Nevin discusses pulling back the curtain on publishing with her new crime novel, A Novel Murder.

In this sponsored post, Gatekeeper Press shares why more authors are choosing independent publishing—and how to do it right.

WD reconnected with former Breaking In author Ann Liang to discuss her latest release, Never Thought I’d End Up Here, and what she’s learned since releasing her debut novel.

Break down what “high-concept” actually means, explore how to elevate your existing premise, plus more from Writer’s Digest!

In this interview, New York Times-bestselling author Jeffrey Konvitz discusses completing what he considers his life’s work in his new historical crime novel, The Circus of Satan.

Author Wendy Gee shares her 10 steps for maximizing research to write mystery novels that are compelling and authentic.

Paula Rizzo, media coach for authors, shares tips for writers to take more effective notes during research, interviews, conferences, and more.

Combining women’s fiction and horror offers new insights on human experiences, societal expectations, and what it’s like to try to have it all.

In this interview, author Karina Halle discusses the challenges and rewards of building a fantasy world with her new romantasy, Realm of Thieves.

Freelancer Chris Saunders discusses the importance of celebrating the little wins as a writer, especially as a freelance writer.

Bestselling author Lauren Magaziner shares how to find light in the darkness when it comes to writing fiction, especially for MG readers.

Revealing the July/August 2025 issue of Writer’s Digest magazine featuring an interview with novelist Riley Sager and articles about setting the scene.

In this interview, author Simon Farquhar discusses the individuals at the heart of his new true crime book, A Deafening Silence.

Tech entrepreneur and arts advocate Henry Kurkowski shares five practical actions writers can take to protect against AI exploitation.

Agent Kate McKean breaks down five common myths of writing and publishing success that many writers believe (and why they shouldn’t).

In this interview, author G. F. Miller discusses revisiting old characters in her new middle-grade romance, What if You Fall for Me First.

Every Wednesday, poets from around the world can find a Wednesday Poetry Prompt at Writer’s Digest. This week, write an I’m Blank poem.

Find Sarah Landenwich’s successful query to agent Henry Dunow for her debut novel, The Fire Concerto, including what made it work for agents.