Writing coach and editor David Colin Carr explains how he likes to work with his clients. His insight might be helpful if you're considering hiring a professional editor for your manuscript, and you'll come away knowing what to expect from a true give...

Creating fresh and interesting characters is always a challenge for fiction writers. Listen in as YA author Sarah Skilton describes what is important in character development and how authors can use TV, film, and Facebook to improve their characters...

Magazine editor Brian Summerfield offers his thoughts on how bloggers can raise their profile by approaching posting in a more serious manner. Brian reminds us that we must write really well, intentionally building traffic, and understand the use of...

Every author struggles at one point or another with how to be most productive. Author Amber Scott suggests using rituals as a way to create a pattern in your life. She says this can help us feel motivated to write because the brain expects that it...

Author Caitlen Rubino-Bradway shares her approach to keeping her audiences interested. Hear her techniques for ensuring her stories remain engaging and exciting, and see how you can adapt her style to your writing. Click here to play this audio clip...

Magazine editor Brian Summerfield offers his thoughts on how bloggers can raise their profile by approaching posting in a more serious manner. Brian reminds us that we must write really well, intentionally building traffic, and understand the use of...

Aline Newman, author and freelance writer, talks about what she believes editors like about her and what makes her an efficient and effective writer. How can you apply her advice to your writing career? Click here to play this audio clip

Author Caitlen Rubino-Bradway shares her approach to keeping her audiences interested. Hear her techniques for ensuring her stories remain engaging and exciting, and see how you can adapt her style to your writing.

What is "normal"? Bestselling author Seth Godin asks us to consider what "normal" is and if it's even desirable in a world where normal is shrinking. The Author Learning Center asks you to consider how you might apply Seth's insights to your writing...

Jillian Lauren, bestselling author of "Some Girls," offers perspective on being an author and performer and the similarities between the two. She also discusses how she balances her writing process and focuses on being present and authentic. Click here...