Stephen King on How to Become a Writer
Here is a great video of Stephen King talking to a group of students, addressing what, in his opinion, people should do if they want to become a writer.
Amanda Jayatissa: On Spiraling Out in Suspense
Author Amanda Jayatissa discusses the fun of writing "deliciously mean" characters in her psychological thriller, My Sweet Girl.
3 Tips for Writing a Memoir Everyone Wants to Read
A memoir is an open window into another's life—and although the truth is of paramount importance, so too is grabbing hold of its reader. Writer Tasha Keeble offers 3 tips for writing a memoir everyone will want to read.
Zoe Whittall: On Personal Change in Literary Fiction
Bestselling and Giller Prize-shortlisted author Zoe Whittal discusses the complexity of big life decisions in her new novel, The Spectacular.
Wednesday Poetry Prompts: 582
Every Wednesday, Robert Lee Brewer shares a prompt and an example poem to get things started on the Poetic Asides blog. This week, write a transition poem.
4 Myths About Writing Animal Characters
Author Codi Schneider debunks four myths about writing animal characters, including that audiences won't connect with animal characters and that they're only for children's books.
Voyager
Every writer needs a little inspiration once in a while. For today's prompt, your character is a modern day voyager.
Stephanie Marie Thornton: On How an Entire Rewrite Added Suspense
USA Today bestselling author discusses how rewriting a portion of her new historical fiction novel, A Most Clever Girl, added suspense.
Creativity Is Making Small Choices
When struggling to work through a creative dilemma, it's best to think of your work in small pieces that create a larger whole. Author Perttu Pölönen explains how creativity is a collection of small choices from an abundance of options.
Zibby Books: Market Spotlight
For this market spotlight, we look at Zibby Books, a brand new book publisher (just announced earlier today) that wants to introduce a new model with book champions and ambassadors to the publishing and promotion process.