Our annual education issue is here! Inside, you won’t just find our listings for dozens of MFA and MA programs for writers like you: You’ll also find the history of modern publishing, the first-place winner of our spring short story contest, and how one writer makes six figures off of writing each year (and how you can, too). We’ve also included tips for going back to the office after years of freelancing, knowing when to pitch an editor, and saving for retirement.
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For love and money
By Rachael HerronHow one author brings home six figures without a day job – and how you can, too.
Features
The world of publishing: then & now
By Kerrie FlanaganTo understand where we are now, you’ve got to know how far we’ve come. Here’s a quick look at the history of modern publishing as we know it.
“Marta”
By Sharayah HooperRead the first-place winner of our 2019 spring short story contest.
Is an MFA in creative writing worth it?
By Jack SmithAuthors and educators weigh in.
Departments
The myths of you
By Yi Shun LaiWhy what you believe about yourself may be in your way.
Role reversal
By Pete CroattoSometimes full-time freelance writers go back to the office.
They’ve done it. You can too.
When to pitch an editor
By M.T. SchwartzmanUnderstanding the best times to send your story ideas.
Taking stock
By Jennifer L. BlanckA writer’s guide to saving for retirement.