Kei Miller Examines the Truth in Untold Family Stories
In an excerpt from her recent book, Things I Have Withheld, writer Kei Miller discusses some of the stories that her family never told...
To Boldly…Think About Where You’d Go If You Were Bold Enough
In a guest post on Jane Friedman's blog, Lisa Tener suggests a trio of thought-provoking writing prompts.
Our favorite: What would you write if you...
Go Deeper Into Your Story With A Handwritten Synopsis
Mystery author Zara Altair says that writing out a novel synopsis - by hand - can help you get a handle on your story,...
Khanh Ha’s Advice for Writers
In a guest post on DIY MFA, writer Khanh Ha (Mrs. Rossi’s Dream) offers advice for writers on topics ranging from writing routines to...
More Than Invisible Ink: Advice for Writing About Spies
In an article for Writer's Digest, author Stephanie Marie Thornton offers her advice for creating believable spy characters.
Notably, she reminds writers that spycraft isn't...
Write With Your Eyes Closed
In a post on Killzone, James Scott Bell suggests that you try writing with your eyes closed. "If you close your eyes and let...
When Murder Mysteries Were Told in Song
Popular songs about murder have a long tradition in America and it didn't start with Goodbye Earl, The Night the Lights Went Out in...
Lauren Groff on Blending Research and Imagination in Historical Fiction
In an interview with Lit Hub, Lauren Groff talks about researching her latest novel, Matrix, whose central character is the medieval poet Marie de...
Use a Cinematic Approach on Your Opening Scene
You don't have to write for the movie to make your work more cinematic. In a recent post on her blog, C.S. Lakin shares...
The Freedom of the Bad Version
In a new post on his blog, Steven Pressfield suggests a trick to use when you get stuck on an element of your story....
