From the Library of Congress to the Smithsonian Institution, national research resources abound for the curious writer. Here’s how to use them. Read More “How to take your writing research to the next level”
Here are the five components that should be in any truthteller’s toolkit. Read More “5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)”
As an older adult, you have a wealth of wisdom and memories to share with the world – but sometimes fear can get in the way of putting yourself on the page. These tried-and-true tips will help you get started. Read More “Top tips for older writers who want to write a memoir”
A successful memoir hinges on empathy – for your characters, yes, but also for yourself. Here’s how to convey it in the page. Read More “How to foster more empathy in your memoir”
The secret to good writing that never confuses, bores, or leads the reader astray? It’s all in the timing. Read More “From the Front Lines: Finding the perfect pacing for your prose”
Small changes can make a big difference in making your writing more accessible to readers from outside the United States. Here’s how to start. Read More “Tips for writing for a global audience”
Are you leaving enough room for your reader? Read More “Sharing the spotlight in creative nonfiction”
Which fact-based form fits you best? Read More “Memoir versus essay collection”
You’ve landed the assignment. Now what? Read More “How to find good sources”
How can writers tell when they’re too close to a subject to write about it? Read More “From the Front Lines: Why writing is not that kind of therapy”
Here are the five components that should be in any truthteller’s toolkit. Read More “5 things a personal essay needs to succeed (and sell)”
“I want to write about the COVID-19 pandemic, but I’m worried literary journal editors are saturated with similar submissions.” Read More “Gigi Will Know: Are editors sick of COVID-19 pitches yet?”
Since conferences aren’t back on the table for most writers just yet, here are some online learning resources for craft-hungry scribes. Read More “Virtual learning opportunities for writers”
