The Writer's Life
What Is the First Story You Remember That Made an Impact on You?: From Our Readers (Comment for a Chance at Publication)
This post announces our latest From Our Readers question: What is the first story you remember that made an impact on you? Comment for a chance at publication in a future issue of Writer's Digest.
Active vs Passive Editing
There's been a recent shift in the publishing industry, but it's still slow-going. Award-winning author Lavie Tidhar has tips to become active editors.
14 Common Writing Mistakes Writers Make (and How to Fix Them)
Whether it's waiting for inspiration to strike or not knowing when to shelve a project, here are 14 common writing mistakes writers make and how to fix them.
Productive Procrastination for Writers
Procrastination is a plague for every writer ... but can you make it work for you? Here, New York Times and international bestselling author Lisa Unger explains.
5 Ways Hiking Made Me a Better Freelance Writer
Freelance writing sometimes feels like embarking on a grueling mountain hike in scorching weather when you haven’t exercised in years and have a wonky left knee and lower back issues. Let Alison Hill give you tips for success.
Organization for Writers and World-Builders
World-building can be a complicated and extensive task for a writer, especially when you’re on your second or third draft and your story is fully fleshed out. Here are some quick tricks for keeping yourself organized.
What Is an Anagram in Writing?
In this post, learn what an anagram is, including the definition of an anagram and example anagrams.
The Play Really Is the Thing
Studying different genres can make you a stronger writer overall. Here, author Jessica Barksdale Inclán explains why reading more Shakespeare is a great idea.
6 Lessons of Writing for Novelists
As the author of 16 novels, Wendy Wax shares her top 6 tips for novelists to help their writing journey go as smoothly as possible.
8 Summer Writing Activities for Writers
Summer is upon us, so here are 8 summer writing activities for writers to consider as the temperature rises.
71 Books and Authors to Check Out in 2021!
Need a book to read in 2021? Want to find a new author to check out? Then, explore this list of 71 books and authors featured in our author spotlight series in a variety of genres.
Dyslexia Is a Writer's Superpower (With Help)
Author PJ Manney shares how dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia should not be viewed as impediments to becoming a writer. Rather, they should be viewed as writing superpowers, especially when paired with certain technologies.
Mistakes Writers Make: Not Using Your Spare 15 Minutes
The Writer's Digest team has witnessed many writing mistakes over the years, so we started this series to help identify them for other writers (along with correction strategies). This week's writing mistake writers make is not using your spare 15 minutes.
How to Inhabit the Character You Write About
One key to engaging your reader is to give them a character they love to read about. Author Diana Souhami gives her top tips for making this happen.
5 Ways To Develop Your Writing Imagination for Fantasy Fiction
World-building can be an exciting process for the fantasy writer ... but what about when you hit an idea roadblock? Author A.J. Smith has 5 tips for ensuring that you keep your imagination engaged.
5 Tips to Work Through Procrastination
Have you caught yourself doing anything other than sitting down to write? Procrastination and writer's block happen to every writer. Let author Clare Whitfield give you tips on how to overcome and get back to writing.
Writing for the Time Impoverished: How to Structure Your Writing to Make Sure You Finish Your Novel
What separates professional writers from amateurs? Author Matthew Harffy has the answer, and tips for ensuring that you make your publication dreams a reality.
Writing Mistakes Writers Make: Revising While Writing
The Writer's Digest team has witnessed many writing mistakes over the years, so we started this series to help identify them for other writers (along with correction strategies). This week's writing mistake is revising while writing.
Family Stories as Inspiration for Historical Fiction
When writing fiction, there's always a fine line between reality and make-believe. Debut author Kirstin Beck explains how her family's history became the seed for her novel Courage, My Love.
The Past Is Never Past: Drawing on Personal History to Write Engaging Historical Fiction
New York Times bestselling author Karen White discusses what drew her to writing historical fiction and how she uses a modern setting to explore history.
8 Tips to Build Your Supportive Writing Network
Writing can be a solitary activity ... but it doesn't have to be. Let author Gale Massey give you some tips for building a supportive writing network.
Writing Mistakes Writers Make: Not Knowing When to Shelve a Project
The Writer's Digest team has witnessed many writing mistakes over the years, so we started this series to help identify them for other writers (along with correction strategies). This week's writing mistake is not knowing when to shelve a project.
Historical Fiction: Write What You Know, or Know What You Write
Historical novelist David Gilman tackles the age-old question—how can genre writers best bring their subjects to life?
Describe a Time When You Found the Courage to Write: From Our Readers (Comment for a Chance at Publication)
This post announces our latest From Our Readers ask: Describe a time when you found the courage to write. Comment for a chance at publication in a future issue of Writer's Digest.