Indie Press Spotlight: ChiZine Publications

Column by Keith Rawson
December 11, 2012 (3) comments
Come get a taste of the weird and brilliant with innovative Canadian press ChiZine Publications.

Say Cheese! 12 Terrible Photos of Bestselling Authors

Column by Joshua Chaplinsky
December 10, 2012 (11) comments
If a picture is worth a thousand words, these authors need a good editor, STAT!

Ask the Agent: Options For Novellas and More Advice on Query Etiquette

Column by Bree Ogden
Navigating the rough terrain of today’s publishing industry shouldn’t be a solo event. This week in Ask the Agent, I’ll explore and dissect two of the industry’s mysteries, straight from the shoulder.

UPDATED WITH WINNER: Workout Your Brain: Write a Sonnet (& Win!)

Column by Taylor Houston
December 10, 2012 (55) comments
Is your brain getting flabby from too much science fiction writing? Shake up your writing routine by trying out one of the oldest forms in the book. That's right--write a sonnet!

Why I Paid for a Book Review and Why I Won't Do It Again

Column by Erik Wecks
December 7, 2012 (2) comments
Paying for a book review can be attractive for an indie author just starting out. One author shares how the experience went a bit sideways for him.

Have You Been Good This Year? 10 Awesome Holiday Gifts For Bookworms

Column by Meredith Borders
December 7, 2012 (6) comments
The biggest, best, and most covetable book gifts this holiday season.

Why Netflix Makes You a Better Writer

Column by Rob Blair Young
December 7, 2012 (5) comments
Today's world of online streaming technology provides a powerful learning environment for hopeful writers. This article explores ways Netflix can educate writers and why you should care.

10 Awesome Comics To Give and Receive For The Holidays

Column by Kelly Thompson
December 6, 2012 (4) comments
A list of the best comics to give and receive this holiday season. There's something for just about everyone on this list-- even YOU.

Publishing in The Time of War

Column by Erin Reel
December 6, 2012 (5) comments
The publishing industry is at war and writers can either choose to get caught in No Man's Land or secure their spot on the battlefield.

The Magic of Christmas: An Advent Calendar of Fantasy Fiction

Column by Rajan Khanna
December 5, 2012 (2) comments
Christmas has been the inspiration for many fantasy short stories. Here are 24, one for each day leading up to Christmas.