Gigi Will Know: How can I figure out my strengths and weaknesses as a writer?
How do you gauge your level of writing and how to improve? Read More “Gigi Will Know: How can I figure out my strengths and weaknesses as a writer?”
Writing Education
Improve your craft by teaching writing
Do you want to write better? Try teaching others how to. Read More “Improve your craft by teaching writing”
The benefits of online critique groups
Critique groups can help you improve your writing by offering feedback, perspective, and ideas. They also can provide emotional support, motivation, and accountability, as other … Read More “The benefits of online critique groups”
Eastern Oregon’s Wilderness Writing MFA combines writing with nature
This writing program encourages its students to go wild. Read More “Eastern Oregon’s Wilderness Writing MFA combines writing with nature”
Learn how to find an affordable MFA program
“Budget-friendly MFA” may seem like an oxymoron, but blogger Robin Tung says it’s a real possibility – if you know where to look. Read More “Learn how to find an affordable MFA program”
How to write the best college admission essay you can
Stop seeking examples of perfect college admissions essays. The golden ticket to a university program lies in writing a story only you can tell. Read More “How to write the best college admission essay you can”
Tips for older MFA students going back to school
Older students seeking graduate degrees in creative writing prove that age really is just a number. Read More “Tips for older MFA students going back to school”
How to be a good writing workshop participant
18 rules for being a good workshop participant. Read More “How to be a good writing workshop participant”
What the writer doesn’t know
In a sea of conflicting advice, one author found a voice she could trust – and refined her own in the process. Read More “What the writer doesn’t know”
When should I stop taking writing classes?
Ask The Writer: At what point are classes no longer useful? Read More “When should I stop taking writing classes?”
Featured Posts
Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction
Banish those walking clichés from your work for good with these tips. Read More “Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction”
Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet
Type “character worksheets” into a search engine, and you’ll find hundreds of resources to develop your protagonist and other characters. Some of the worksheets are … Read More “Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet”
4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction
Editor-proof your stories with these tips. Read More “4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction”