The devil knocking: Why you should never write for essay mills
When unethical jobs tempt hungry writers. Read More “The devil knocking: Why you should never write for essay mills”
The Writing Life
How to protect your writing from a computer emergency
Don’t lose your novel to a computer crash. Here’s a plan for a technical emergency. Read More “How to protect your writing from a computer emergency”
Finding a support system for your writing career
It takes more than talent to keep you writing. Read More “Finding a support system for your writing career”
Tips for more productive writing sessions at home
Working from home means working in a place of constant distractions, imposed by both ourselves and others. Here’s how to block them out. Read More “Tips for more productive writing sessions at home”
Choosing a co-author for your book
Five essential questions to ask before you co-author a book. Read More “Choosing a co-author for your book”
Can politeness increase your success as a writer?
The writing community is shockingly gracious and helpful. Don’t test its limits. Read More “Can politeness increase your success as a writer?”
How to fight loneliness as a work-from-home writer
Writing is a solitary business. Here are our tips for banishing loneliness and boredom. Read More “How to fight loneliness as a work-from-home writer”
How to create a writing routine (without shortening your life expectancy)
If you’re looking to create a regular writing routine, then taking tips from the greats is an excellent place to start. Read More “How to create a writing routine (without shortening your life expectancy)”
How to declutter your hoarded story ideas
Are you an idea hoarder? It’s time for an intervention. Read More “How to declutter your hoarded story ideas”
How professional writers beat writer’s block
Five professional writers share their best tips for getting unstuck. Read More “How professional writers beat writer’s block”
Featured Posts
5 terrible, horrible, no good, very bad children’s book mistakes
Working on a book for young readers? Here’s what not to do. Read More “5 terrible, horrible, no good, very bad children’s book mistakes”
Beyond the backdrop: Mastering setting in fiction
Fully developing the setting of your work can lead to richer characters and deeper plotlines. Read More “Beyond the backdrop: Mastering setting in fiction”
Ranking rejection
All writers will receive rejection letters, but all “no’s” are not equal. Read More “Ranking rejection”