Why so serious? Funny gifts for witty writers
Here are some of our favorite funny ⎯ and punny ⎯ gifts for writers. Read More “Why so serious? Funny gifts for witty writers”
Products for Writers
Six products writers need for their private library
What literary swag fills your office? Here are a few suggestions from us. Read More “Six products writers need for their private library”
Desk refresh: Back-to-school products for writers
Your home office could use some love. These writerly school supplies are here to help. Read More “Desk refresh: Back-to-school products for writers”
Stocking stuffers for writers
Give loved ones the gift of inspiration. Read More “Stocking stuffers for writers”
Write free with Freewrite
This “smart typewriter” enables writers to find focus. Read More “Write free with Freewrite”
Thrill me: 7 spooky gifts for writers
Get in a spooky state of mind with these mood-setting products. Read More “Thrill me: 7 spooky gifts for writers”
Our favorite funny gifts for writers
Lighten up the writer in your life with these witty wares for wordsmiths. Read More “Our favorite funny gifts for writers”
Required reading: 4 books every writer should read
Writing professors share their go-to writing texts. Read More “Required reading: 4 books every writer should read”
Creativity calisthenics: 5 inspiration-boosting apps for writers
Athletes warm up before a workout. Writers should, too. Read More “Creativity calisthenics: 5 inspiration-boosting apps for writers”
Seven stories for Memorial Day
If you’ve never served in the military, these seven stories lend insight into the work of our men and women in uniform. Read More “Seven stories for Memorial Day”
Featured Posts
Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions
February 2023 Calls for Submissions These are the writing opportunities and contests that caught our eye and are published in the February issue of The … Read More “Opportunities for Writers: February 2023 Calls for Submissions”
Consistency across your YA series
The key to writing a great YA series (or MG series) is knowing your characters and plotlines inside and out – while giving yourself the flexibility to modify things when needed. Here are four things to live by when writing a series, based on tips from middle grade and young adult authors who have been there. Read More “Consistency across your YA series”
25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description
By most accounts, there are more than five senses. Some experts say there are seven, some as many as 20. But narrowing in on at least the five classical senses can lend a much-needed “sense” of detail to your writing. Here are five prompts for each of those five classic senses. Read More “25 Sensory Writing Prompts to Improve Detail & Description”