The Most Nonsensical Terms Used in Book Blurbs

Column by Peter Derk
June 3, 2019 (3) comments
Are you seeing these everywhere too? Are you *gasp* blurbing books this way?

The Importance of Work in Translation

Column by Gabino Iglesias
Unless you know at least two dozen languages, work in translation is crucial to understand the world and to consider yourself well read.

Why I Love YA Rom Coms

Column by Christoph Paul
May 31, 2019 (1) comments
Whether it's on the page or on Netflix, I love a good YA rom com.

Summer Reading for Writers

Column by Joshua Isard
Who says writers shouldn't enjoy a summer read?

How to Write Edgy Fiction Without Being Obnoxious

Column by Autumn Christian
May 29, 2019 (1) comments
Edgy fiction is difficult to pull off - and requires a depth and understanding of history, literature, and yourself. It's not about repeating what's been done before. It's about expanding it.

The Great Game of Balancing Character and Plot

Column by Amanda Bender
It's no secret many "Game of Thrones" fans were disappointed in the final season. But what lessons can writers take away from it?

9 Ways to Fall Back in Love with Your Writing

Column by Annie Neugebauer
Whatever the reason, burnout happens. At some point, most of us have fallen out love with our work, our craft, our choice to be writers. That’s not a good place to be. How do we rekindle that passion?

Everything You Need To Know About Philip Pullman’s ‘His Dark Materials’ Before The BBC Miniseries

Column by Meredith Borders
May 24, 2019 (1) comments
Are you ready for this epic miniseries event? This'll help!

5 Reasons Amazon is a Necessary Evil

Column by Gabino Iglesias
I hate Amazon as much as you, but I also love it. Yeah, it's complicated. Here's why.

10 Things Every Horror Writer Should Read

Column by Repo Kempt
Given the limited amount of reading time in our lives, it's important not to waste time consuming material that won't help us progress and develop.