There are plenty of rules when it comes to writing, but do we always have to follow them? When is it OK to break them? Author Terry Persun explains that it’s important to learn the rules so that when you break them, you do so intentionally. Writers...

When writing young adult fiction, consider the reader. Although younger, YA readers are sophisticated, bright individuals who enjoy complex characters and a well-developed plot just like adults. Richard Uhlig, author of "Boy Minus Girl," describes...

Memoir writers can find a wealth of information and resources on the National Association of Memoir Writers website. Founder Linda Joy Meyers, an award-winning author, describes why and how she started the site, which grew from her passion for teaching...

Memoir writers can find a wealth of information and resources on the National Association of Memoir Writers website. Founder Linda Joy Meyers, an award-winning author, describes why and how she started the site, which grew from her passion for teaching...

When writing young adult fiction, consider the reader. Although younger, YA readers are sophisticated, bright individuals who enjoy complex characters and a well-developed plot just like adults. Richard Uhlig, author of "Boy Minus Girl," describes...

As a book reviewer for the New York Journal of Books, author, teacher, writing coach, and speaker Mandy Jackson-Beverly is given a selection of books to choose from to review. She’ll decide based on the book synopsis and author bio, and once she’s reviewing...

Chloe Gong delivers a new brand of hot take: the hard truth. Chloe Gong is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the critically acclaimed Secret Shanghai novels, as well as the Flesh and False Gods trilogy. Her books have been published in over...

All writers draw ideas from daily life to some degree, and these influences will make an appearance in characters or settings. Author Anthony Franze admits that his book, The Advocate's Daughter, does include little nuggets of insights from his career...

All writers draw ideas from daily life to some degree, and these influences will make an appearance in characters or settings. Author Anthony Franze admits that his book, The Advocate's Daughter, does include little nuggets of insights from his career...

Author Beth Albright uses sensuality to flesh out the characters in her books – but it doesn't mean what you think. Albright shares her secrets for developing characters that spring to life from the page. She offers useful examples that you can apply...