Whether you're writing fantasy, science-fiction, mysteries, or short stories, you have to learn how to create a believable setting for your readers. In fantasy and sci-fi especially, world building is an essential piece to a successful story. Author...

As a writer, you may have heard the saying "write what you know." But when it comes to writing a thriller or mystery, there may be some elements of your story that you don't know anything about, such as killing a character. Author Serita Stevens shares...

Author Stephanie Golden defines three critical elements for negotiating a writing contract, including payment amount and structure, scope of work and responsibilities, communication, and final approvals. If you are interested in working with another...

Author Stephanie Golden defines three critical elements for negotiating a writing contract, including payment amount and structure, scope of work and responsibilities, communication, and final approvals. If you are interested in working with another...

Writing can be stressful. There's no doubt about it. Fortunately, authors like Dean Sluyter are here to provide some helpful tips on managing writing related stress so you can write the best book possible.

Writing can be stressful. There's no doubt about it. Fortunately, authors like Dean Sluyter are here to provide some helpful tips on managing writing related stress so you can write the best book possible. Click here to play this audio clip

Michael Ventura, entrepreneur and CEO of award-winning strategy and design practice Sub Rosa, shares three things he hopes readers take away from reading his book, Applied Empathy. For more on author Michael Ventura visit http://www.simonandschuster...

Lucy Silag, Community and Engagement Manager at Book Country, shares how workshopping your book can improve your craft and your sales. Working with others and getting feedback can help you have a more polished final product.

Author and social media expert Jeff Molander provides 3 tips for how fiction writers can leverage social media to promote a book. It's all about quality, learning what the reader wants when they read your book (hint: it's about the experience), and creating...