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American Psychos: The Onion Founder Scott Dikkers Discusses Writing Satire During Dark Times

Scott Dikkers, founder of the satirical news publication The Onion, is the master of writing satire. Here, he discusses the role of in today's challenging sociopolitical atmosphere.

  • By Guest Column
    May 4, 2018
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Unstoppable: YA Fantasy Author Leigh Bardugo on World-Building and Having Faith in Your Abilities | The WD Interview

In this interview from the March/April 2018 issue of Writer’s Digest—including outtakes that didn't appear in the magazine—bestselling author Leigh Bardugo discusses finding YA fantasy stardom and why, if pursuing a dream, you’re always on the right track.

  • By Baihley Gentry
    Feb 2, 2018
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The Writer's Digest Interview: Andy Weir, Author of 'The Martian' and 'Artemis'

In this full interview (including outtakes that didn't appear in the magazine) with The Martian author Andy Weir, he offers a peek at the research process for his moon colony-set follow-up, Artemis.

  • By Tyler Moss
    Jan 22, 2018
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Writer's Digest Workbook: Writer's Workbook 2018

Roxane Gay: Bonus WD Interview Outtakes

With hundreds of bylines and a growing bookshelf to her name, Roxane Gay has become a mainstay in our written cultural conversation. Learn how she found her voice across genres and forms—and her best advice for pursuing success on your own terms.

  • By Guest Column
    Jun 15, 2017
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