Get Real: The Spectrum of High School Reality in YA Fiction
Column by Sarah Pitre
Whether it's a magical academy or juvenile detention, young adult literature employs a variety of worlds to tackle real life problems.
Ask The Agent: What Does "Researching An Agent" Really Entail and More.
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.
What Do The Authors Of Serialized Works Owe To Their Fans?
Column by Rob Hart
Do fans have the right to hate on George R.R. Martin for not finishing the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series faster? Does an author of a series owe his or her fans anything?
The 10 Most Bizarre Pieces Of Literary Merch
Column by Kimberly Turner
It's not a stretch to assume that if you like the book or author, you'll buy the T-shirt, coffee mug, or bookmark. But what about the panties, shower curtain, and Ouija board?
Post-Mortem: 'The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy' by Douglas Adams
Column by Meredith Borders
A breakdown of the mechanics of THE HITCHHIKER'S GUIDE and the reasons it should be read by the writers among us.
Storyville: 10 Ways to Balance Life and Writing
Column by Richard Thomas
In this Storyville column I talk about the many different ways that I try to balance my writing and personal life.
The Long & Winding Road: Part VI - What Happens When Your Book Doesn't Sell
Column by Kelly Thompson
The final installment in a series chronicling my experiences with my first novel, including securing an agent and submitting to publishers. Part 6 details what happens when you don't sell.
LURID: Beach Blanket Boogeymen
Column by Karina Wilson
Packing for your long-dreamed-about summer vacay? You might want to take heed of some of these cautionary reads before you get on the plane.
Revolutions in Fantasy: Four for the Fourth
Column by Rajan Khanna
On the eve of our nation's day of independence, we celebrate four fantasy stories of revolution and revolt.
New Release Roundup: Recommendations for July 2012
Column by John Jarzemsky
A look at what's new on the docket for the month of July.
