Why I Am Writing Under a New Name

Column by John Mantooth
John Mantooth's first book tanked. This is how he got back in the game.

10 Hot Caribbean Authors to Keep You Warm This Winter

Column by Gabino Iglesias
December 6, 2017 (2) comments
Got the Winter blues? Time to head south for some great writing.

Netflix's 'The Punisher': Aggressively Average

Column by BH Shepherd
December 5, 2017 (2) comments
A look at how faithful the new Punisher Netflix series is to its original source material.

Write Who You Don’t Know?

Column by Kat Hausler
'Retrograde' author Kat Hausler ponders the question: Should you base your characters on people you know? Well, yes and no...

10 Tips for Authors to Avoid Book Promotion Burnout

Column by Steph Post
Ten suggestions to help authors find creative ways to avoid burning out when promoting a new book.

Octavia's Daughters: Meet the New Queens of Spec Fic

Column by Susan DeFreitas
November 30, 2017 (2) comments
Miss the late, great Octavia Butler? Rejoice, for the Black female speculative tradition is alive and well and kicking all kinds of ass. (Sorry about your TBR pile.)

Thank You, Louisa May Alcott, For Writing the Perfect Book For Me

Column by Karis Rogerson
I've always loved "Little Women," despite the things about it that nagged me; I think that's why it's such a great book.

Why We Need Border Fiction More Than Ever

Column by Justin Hunter
November 29, 2017 (1) comments
Now, more than ever, we need to amplify the voices of the border. We need to read and share more border fiction to help spread understanding.

What Makes A Great Financial Thriller?

Column by Martin Bodenham
November 28, 2017 (3) comments
International thriller author and financial professional Martin Bodenham gives his expert advice.

10 Books to Read After Watching 'Mindhunter'

Column by Max Booth III
Books to accompany Netflix's groundbreaking new series from David Fincher.