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10 Reasons Why the Grinch Is Better than Santa Claus
Column by Daniel Hope
The Grinch deserves more attention as a fixture of the holiday season. He's better than Santa Claus in many ways.
Elan Gale, Viral Narrative, and Why It Matters
Column by John Jarzemsky
Over Thanksgiving, reality television producer Elan Gale generated the most successful narrative on the web — and it was all a lie. Does it matter?
Fifteen Twisted Christmas Tales
Column by Christopher Shultz
For an offbeat, weird, macabre and twisted holiday, look no further than this list.
Bookshots: 'House of Gold & Bones' by Corey Taylor
Column by BH Shepherd
A review of the new graphic novel from Slipknot and Stone Sour frontman Corey Taylor.
Social Media and the Law: What Can You Write and Do You Own Your Content?
Column by Jessica Meddows
There isn't a legal moratorium on social media - laws that apply to writing still apply on channels like Facebook and Twitter. But what can't you say? And what rights do you retain?
Heaven Sent: Biblical Mythology and Fantasy
Column by Rajan Khanna
Examples of mythology taken from Judeo-Christian scripture.
4 Things I Learned From NaNoWriMo
Column by Ryan Peverly
So, some lessons were learned from participating in National Novel Writing Month for the first time.
Ten Unbeatable Holiday Gifts for Book Lovers
Column by Kimberly Turner
Why endure door-bustin’ mall shenanigans when you can find perfect gifts without leaving the comfort of home? We've got you covered with 10 presents sure to delight every bibliophile on your list.
Prose & Conversation: 'The Shining' and 'Doctor Sleep'
Column by Leah Rhyne
In the first Prose & Conversation column, Richard and Leah talk 'The Shining,' 'Doctor Sleep,' and why we think Stephen King hates Kubrick's movie.
Imaginary Audience: 6 Tips on Envisioning Your Readership
Column by Rob Blair Young
A quick look at the importance of imagining a specific audience when writing, along with some tips on the effective use of this strategy.
