Author Nancy Ellen Dodd discusses her book "The Writer’s Compass," which is a creative writing process resource for authors. It helps authors map out and structure a story. If you are struggling with getting started, arranging the parts of your story...

Do you dream of seeing your book on the shelves of the local bookstore? Before that can happen, you have to learn the “rules” of selling your book into the retail market. Bookstores have very limited shelf space compared to the rent they are being charged...

You pour your heart and soul into writing your memoir. It's not fiction, it's your life. And you want your message to be heard. As you are capturing key moments from your life, a persistent question may start ringing in your head… who will read my memoir...

Charu Suri, travel blogger at www.butterflydiary.com, shares how important "niche" is when it comes to travel writing. She talks about catering to today's travelers and their interest in living like a local – which means, as a writer, you need to know...

Bill Donahue, author and speaker, shares insight on how to make an effective writing group, including making sure the whole group is on the same page on a few key topics when you first start out. Share this with everyone in your group! Click here...

Bill Donahue, author and speaker, shares insight on how to make an effective writing group, including making sure the whole group is on the same page on a few key topics when you first start out. Share this with everyone in your group!

Charu Suri, travel blogger at www.butterflydiary.com, shares how important "niche" is when it comes to travel writing. She talks about catering to today's travelers and their interest in living like a local – which means, as a writer, you need to know...

Ursula K. Le Guin discusses how she began to write novels for younger readers. Learn more about award-winning author Ursula K. Le Guin at http://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Ursula-K-Le-Guin/19020778?mcd=vd_youtube_author .