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9 Reasons You Should Write Short Fiction
Column by Annie Neugebauer
Are you a writer who's only tried your hand at novels, poetry, or essays? Here are 9 reasons writing short fiction might be worth your time.
10 Reasons Why Bookstagrammers are Awesome
Column by Gabino Iglesias
Bookstagrammers have become a crucial part of the publishing world. Here are some reasons you should support, get to know, and celebrate them.
6 Reasons We Should Celebrate Hans Christian Andersen — 214 Years After His Birth
Column by Emmanuel Nataf
One of our greatest fairy tale writers ever, Hans Christian Andersen was born 214 years ago. Here's why we should raise a toast to him today.
A List of Books I Recommended to Autumn Christian for "Girl Like a Bomb"
Column by Christoph Paul
Editors suggest books to inspire writers. Here is an example.
April Showers Bring May Manuscripts
Column by Peter Derk
Why is the shower such a great thinking place, and how can you do the same thinking outside those moist walls?
Improve Your Stories By Eliminating Agendas
Column by Joshua Isard
The agendas with which you approach your story might be holding the narrative back.
The Literary Influences Behind Jordan Peele's "Us"
Column by Christopher Shultz
There are film references abound in Jordan Peele's latest, but the written word also plays an important role in its proceedings.
The World of Yuri Herrera
Column by Gabino Iglesias
With three books already published in English, there is no better time to explore the work of Yuri Herrera, one of Mexico's most exciting and innovative voices.
Library Love: Seed Libraries
Column by Stephanie Bonjack
Seed libraries are the coolest oldest newest way to gain access to the biodiversity in your region.
Amy Hempel, 'Sing To It,' and The Death Of Minimalism
Column by Peter Derk
Is Amy Hempel's "Sing To It" the dying breath of great minimalist writing?
