POLL: What’s the best writing conference in your state?
We’re on the hunt to find our readers’ favorite conferences across the U.S. Read More “POLL: What’s the best writing conference in your state?”
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See the 25 finalists for the 2019 National Book Awards
The foundation announced five finalists in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, translated literature, and young people’s literature earlier this morning. Read More “See the 25 finalists for the 2019 National Book Awards”
See the 5 books that took home a 2019 Harvey Award at New York Comic Con
Comic writers, artists, colors, letterers, designers, and editors all voted to select the best books in five award categories: Book of the Year, Digital Book of the Year, Best Children’s/YA Book, Best Manga, and Best European Book. Read More “See the 5 books that took home a 2019 Harvey Award at New York Comic Con”
Our 2019 fall short story contest is here!
Submit your best fictional work by Dec. 2nd for your chance to win. Read More “Our 2019 fall short story contest is here!”
Changes coming to the New York Times bestseller lists
Graphic books and mass market paperbacks return, while sports and science lists get the ax. Read More “Changes coming to the New York Times bestseller lists”
6 must-read books written by the 2019 MacArthur ‘Genius’ Grant Winners
See the acclaimed works produced by this year’s MacArthur Fellows, which include genre-bending novels, graphic nonfiction, and new takes on the classics. Read More “6 must-read books written by the 2019 MacArthur ‘Genius’ Grant Winners”
Oprah Winfrey’s first book club selection with Apple is “The Water Dancer” by Ta-Nehisi Coates
The mogul’s literary partnership with Apple will also involve a new Apple TV+ series where Winfrey interviews Book Club selection authors. Read More “Oprah Winfrey’s first book club selection with Apple is “The Water Dancer” by Ta-Nehisi Coates”
See the winners of the National Book Foundation’s “5 under 35” prize
Two short story collections and three novels from debut authors made the 2019 list. Read More “See the winners of the National Book Foundation’s “5 under 35” prize”
See the top 5 most challenged books in 2018
In preparation for Banned Books Week on Sept. 22-28, read up on the five most challenged and banned books of 2018. Read More “See the top 5 most challenged books in 2018”
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Thirty-four tech products to revolutionize your writing
This software can make your writing process easier, more effective, and possibly even more fun. Read More “Thirty-four tech products to revolutionize your writing”
Avoid these submission sins when querying an agent
As a young aspiring writer, I was fortunate enough to go to college in New York, the heart of American publishing. I hoped learning how … Read More “Avoid these submission sins when querying an agent”
Stop trash-talking your first draft
Want a surefire way to have a happier, more productive writing life? Stop calling your writing names. Read More “Stop trash-talking your first draft”