Don’t be intimidated by today’s publishing environment. The key is the same as it’s always been: dream big and never give up. Read More “Dream big and be persistent”
Editor’s Notes
Deep dive into short story
If you’re on the path to publishing – a short story, perhaps – we wish you success, and we hope you consider our magazine a supporting partner. Read More “Deep dive into short story”
Wake up wanting to work
Do you want to tell the story of your life? Read More “Wake up wanting to work”
And then what happened?
Is there any story more fun to read – and to write – than a good crime story? Read More “And then what happened?”
Blending the boundaries of genre
Do you identify with a certain genre? Or do you shun labels for your work? Read More “Blending the boundaries of genre”
What does it take to write a book?
There’s something to be said for just sitting there. Read More “What does it take to write a book?”
Meet our short story contest winner
This issue of The Writer includes a variety of voices from the world of writing, including our short story contest winner, Graydon Megan. Read More “Meet our short story contest winner”
Writing through trauma
The writer Isak Dinesen said, “All sorrows can be borne if you put them in a story or tell a story about them.” Read More “Writing through trauma”
Being funny
I’m always on the lookout for work that makes me swoon with a finely tuned combination of intellect and emotion. Read More “Being funny”
Celebrating nature in writing
We hope you enjoy this issue’s stories about playwriting, role-playing, magical realism, the woes and wonders of a good editor, tips from paperback writers and much more about the life and craft of writers. Read More “Celebrating nature in writing”