Kristen Arnett: How I Write
The award-winning writer discusses her writing rules, going from short stories to novels, taxidermy, and more. Read More “Kristen Arnett: How I Write”
Author Interviews
Gregory Pardlo: How I Write
“I’m interested in coaching, modeling, and teaching various writing practices and less in discovering talent.” Read More “Gregory Pardlo: How I Write”
Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen: Better together
The two have fueled their years-long friendship with their remarkable similarities. Now, they’ve culled their editor-author relationship into a blockbuster co-writing duo. Read More “Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen: Better together”
Mesha Maren: How I Write
“I never thought: I want to write a book about West Virginia. It’s just where my fiction comes from – a natural extension.” Read More “Mesha Maren: How I Write”
Ross Gay: Finding joy in the process
The writer spins essays and poems by observing the world around him and questioning his relationship to it. He is delighted by what he sees. Read More “Ross Gay: Finding joy in the process”
Jaime Primak Sullivan: How I Write
Jaime Primak Sullivan discusses writing her memoir “The Southern Education of a Jersey Girl: Adventures in Life and Love in the Heart of Dixie,” and more in this interview.
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Elizabeth Berg: How I Write
The author of “The Story of Arthur Truluv,” “Night of Miracles” and more, provides insight into her writing style. Read More “Elizabeth Berg: How I Write”
Stephen McCauley: How I Write
Add to FavoritesNovelist Stephen McCauley is the author of seven novels, including several best-sellers and three books that were made into feature films. His most … Read More “Stephen McCauley: How I Write”
Camille Acker: How I Write
“I try to keep an ear out when I’m in the world and on the page for how the rhythm and pattern of speech can feel as true to life as possible.” Read More “Camille Acker: How I Write”
Jon Land: The big thrill
The prolific thriller author gets real about mentorship, storytelling, and staying relevant in the current publishing climate.
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Featured Posts
Opportunities for writers: July 2022 calls for submissions
Here are the deadlines that caught our eye this month. Read More “Opportunities for writers: July 2022 calls for submissions”
Seven ways to build a writing habit in 2022
Ready to make the new year your best year yet? These tips from the pros will help you keep writing all year long. Read More “Seven ways to build a writing habit in 2022”
15 summer writing prompts for your personal, professional, & creative writing practices
“In summer, the song sings itself.” —William Carlos Williams Read More “15 summer writing prompts for your personal, professional, & creative writing practices”