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"What We Can Know" Threads Literary Mystery Into a Dystopian Future
July 31st, 2025
In this advance review of Ian McEwan's upcoming novel, Jim Alkon breaks down the essentials of the book and channels the author's own thoughts on his creation.
Read Column →High Fantasy vs Low Fantasy: What’s the Difference?
July 25th, 2025
In this post, we'll walk you through the differences between high fantasy and low fantasy.
Read Column →Culling The Classics: Das Kapital
June 25th, 2025
Welcome back to another edition of Culling The Classics, this time with a real heavy hitter: Das Kapital by Karl Marx.
Read Column →How to Find Your Voice As a Writer: 5 Key Tips
June 9th, 2025
What is "voice" in writing, and how can you find yours? Guest columnist Eleanor Hecks takes you through 5 key tips to narrow it down.
Read Column →Character Personalities: How to Build Characters in 7 Steps
May 23rd, 2025
Memorable characters are the bread and butter of any great story. In this post, Jena Brown will walk you through her 7 key steps to building a character's personality.
Read Column →Will AI Replace Writers? One Author’s Perspective
April 29th, 2025
Nothing like a bit of discourse in the morning. In this essay, Brian McGackin shares his thoughts on whether AI will come to replace writers (and more specifically, to what extent).
Read Column →How to Design a Book Cover - And Avoid Fatal Mistakes
April 28th, 2025
Cover designer Derek Murphy is here with 7 key tips on cover design — along with what not to do on your DIY cover.
Read Column →How to Format a Picture Book Manuscript (With Examples)
April 2nd, 2025
Unsure how to format the manuscript for your children's book? Don't worry — we've got you covered with this step-by-step guide, featuring some examples from contemporary children's books.
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