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This is the place to learn how to write better nonfiction. WD editors & guest contributors cover everything about writing—from grammar to writing tips to fueling your creative fire, we have you covered. Your nonfiction writing career will thank you.
What Is a Palindrome in Writing?
In this post, we look at what a palindrome is when it comes to writing, including several examples of palindromes.
Identifying Your Book's Target Audience
Editor-in-chief Amy Jones navigates how to know your target audience, and how knowing will make your writing stronger.
Sole vs. Soul (Grammar Rules)
Learn how to distinguish the sole from the soul with Grammar Rules from the Writer's Digest editors, including a few examples of correct usages.
How to Make the Most of a Virtual Writing Workshop or Conference
In this brave new world of virtual learning and social distance, Kristy Stevenson helps us make the most of the virtual conference.
What Is Creative Nonfiction in Writing?
In this post, we look at what creative nonfiction (also known as the narrative nonfiction) is, including what makes it different from other types of fiction and nonfiction writing and more.
Funny You Should Ask: What Is Going to Be the Next Big Trend in Fiction?
Funny You Should Ask is a humorous and handy column by literary agent Barbara Poelle. In this edition, she discusses the next big fiction trend, and whether or not all books are the same.
The Benefits of Writing Book Reviews
A book review is more than sharing an opinion—it's a conversation between readers. Sam Risak shares the benefits of writing books reviews, as well as best practices for getting started.
5-Minute Memoir: Anonymous Fame
5-Minute Memoir is exactly what it sounds like—a personal essay on some facet of the writing life, be it a narrative or a reflection, pensive, touching or hilarious. Enjoy this installment from Barbara Neal Varma.
How to Write a Nonfiction Book Outline
You have an idea for a nonfiction book. Now what? Author Rick Lauber shares how outlining before writing can help you decide what to put on the page—and what to save for later.
Who's vs. Whos vs. Whose (Grammar Rules)
Learn when to use who's, Whos, and whose with Grammar Rules from the Writer's Digest editors, including a few examples of correct usages.
7 Essentials for Effective Copywriting
Copywriting principles to apply to any form, from marketing to personal essays.
How I Managed to Get Six Books Published in 2021
Author Rajani LaRocca shares how she went from selling one middle-grade novel to releasing six books in a single year.
Regimen vs. Regiment (Grammar Rules)
Learn when to use regimen and regiment with Grammar Rules from the Writer's Digest editors, including a few examples of correct usages.
Their vs. There vs. They're (Grammar Rules)
Learn when to use their, there, and they're with Grammar Rules from the Writer's Digest editors, including a few examples of correct usages.
Late to the Party: On Being a “Mature” Debut Author
It's never too late to start your writing career. Shawn Nocher, author of A Hand to Hold in Deep Water, shares her journey.
You're vs. Your vs. Yore (Grammar Rules)
Learn when to use you're, your, and yore with Grammar Rules from the Writer's Digest editors, including a few examples of correct usages.
Deleting Your Cheating Words: Time to Up Your Game
Looking to up-level the quality of your written work? Kris Spisak shows writers one big step they can take to do so.
4 Keys for How to Interview in the Age of Zoom
Now that anyone can be reached remotely, you might find yourself anxious about how to best conduct a videoconference interview. Here, author and host of "The Story King Podcast" Giancarlo Ghedini has some tips to guide you.
How Personal Writing and Journaling Is Good for the Soul and Why Your Journal Is Your Soulmate
Bestselling author Laura Munson shares how personal writing and journaling is good for the soul and why your journal is your soulmate, including how to get more out of the process if you're feeling blocked.
Pedal vs. Peddle (Grammar Rules)
Learn when to use pedal and peddle with Grammar Rules from the Writer's Digest editors, including a few examples of correct usages.
Editorial Road-Mapping: Start Your Self-Editing Process Here
Editorial road-mapping begins with a challenge of willpower and ends with a battle-plan for transforming your manuscript into the book you dreamed it could be. Let editor Kris Spisak give you that map!
How to Write a Biography of a World Leader
When writing a biography, you want to make sure that the story you tell is more than just a list of facts about the person's life. Biographer Supriya Vani shares her top tips for writing a successful biography.
Libel vs. Slander | Defamation (Grammar Rules)
Learn when defamation is likely libel or slander with Grammar Rules from the Writer's Digest editors, including a few examples of correct usages.
Marilyn Peterson Haus: On Battling Feelings of Disloyalty When Writing Memoir
Debut author Marilyn Peterson Haus discusses the surprises that came with writing her memoir, including struggling with feelings of disloyalty to her family while writing.