Category: Writing
There is no question that the United States is in great political turmoil. Protests and rallies are being held everywhere, and they are only escalating as Donald Trump’s inauguration …
When a book is considered for film adaptation, how much say should an author have in the script? After all, the story wouldn’t exist without the author. But a …
Deep in the gutters of the congested literary world exists a hard working, devoted DIY culture. Self-published pamphlet style books called “zines” are the medium through which many independent …
Attention all high school and college students: if you really want to shine in the next class discussion, or get a good grade on your upcoming literary analysis essay, you’ll …
Anybody make any resolutions for the new year? To lose weight, to quit smoking, to find a new job, to call your mom more often… anything? How about to …
Politicians writing books has become common territory. Bernie Sanders just recently released his book, Our Revolution, and a bit more relevant, countless former presidents of the United States have …
Why do art and imagination continue to be taxed? Way too many writing competitions require applicants to submit entry fees–admittedly, some contests are legitimate, but many others turn out to be …
Heads up, writers! No matter how unusual your particular skillset or interests are, there is an upcoming writing competition to suit you. Poetry, flash fiction, essays, short stories–they’re all …
Reading breeds empathy is a common idea among readers and promoters of literacy, but author Karin Slaughter also stresses the importance of the author’s use of empathy as well. …
Melanie Pitman
January 4, 2017
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By now, the whole world knows of the sad passing of Carrie Fisher on December 27, 2016. Among many things, she was a brilliant actress, a loving mother, and …
Tips and advice only go so far if you want to be a writer. At a certain point, you have to sit down and write, but when you’re utterly …
2017 will be the year where I break a long-held rule. I’ve decided to make a New Year’s Resolution. A friend reminded me that I once said the only …
Everyone’s favorite creator of all things Potter is back at entertaining one of her most loved hobbies and passions: writing. On December 21st, Rowling took to Twitter to inform …
Let’s be honest: for writing, the only materials you really need is a pen, some paper, and a great idea. One of the best things about writing is that …
It’s easy to find bestsellers. You don’t have to look far to find the newest work by JK Rowling or Stephen King. They’re big names with big titles. Supporting …
An annual subscription to a publication or service is a gift that lasts all year. Plus, ’tis the season for discount offers that slash cover prices and include swag …
Although Iceland is a small country, they boast the most well-read population in the world. It’s no surprise, then, that many citizens in Iceland are writers, and are likely …
Creating a fictional world may seem like an intimidating task. You’re building an entire world from scratch, after all. While it’s true that building a fictional world takes a …
Death and I are well-acquainted. While he is not exactly the most pleasant of companions, he is diligent in what he does. He may not always be fair; he …
It’s impossible to become a great writer overnight; becoming a better writer takes hard work, time, and dedication. However, creative writing is an incredibly rewarding and useful skill that’s …