Guest Post

Since villains usually consider themselves heroes, they can also go through the same stages heroes do—with some important variations.

Many self-publishing authors work with a rapid-release, low-price model—but should that steer the pricing strategy for more artisan books?

An artist’s life is unpredictable, so tapping into your inner grit will give you and your career a fighting chance to blossom for years to come.

A sci-fi writer explores how AI can help keep her scenarios grounded in reality and maintain a story bible for world-building consistency.

Even awards that offer only bragging rights, but no prize money, can telegraph something important: your work matters to readers.

What happens when thousands or millions of people read your work? There will be those that love it, hate it, and everything in between.

Knowing which facet most drives the story you want to tell can help you determine next steps and avoid the most common manuscript missteps.

If a workshop ever left you feeling defeated, reflecting on it in a systematic way will get you back to writing sooner and with more confidence.

The publishing road is full of potholes and detours, even if you get a book deal. That’s why it’s important to find joy in the writing itself.

Emerging writers often focus on plot and action—both essential!—but the true pulse of horror comes from what festers just beneath the surface.

Whether for fiction or nonfiction, a good subtitle gives a book context and helps to pique a reader’s interest, but writing one can be tricky.

Tips from a career editor on how the type of POV you choose affects the way you give readers access to your characters’ thoughts and feelings.

When agents and publishers refuse to reply to submissions, is it any wonder that writers end up seeking validation from scammy alternatives?

Pinterest isn’t just for recipes, DIY projects, and home decor—it’s also a goldmine for authors who understand how it really works.

Understanding what holds your characters back from loving or being loved fully will equip you to write a romance with a compelling arc.

One writer who’s also a martial artist finds that success in either practice requires commitment and courage.

One author learns that putting boundaries—such as genre expectations—around creativity can actually stimulate it rather than inhibit it.

Embrace the fact that creation is never truly finished—it’s simply released at a point where it can begin its life in the world.

Consciously thinking about yourself as a writer—rather than an aspiring one—is the first step toward shattering self-limiting beliefs.

One author finds that using digital tools to create a visual story grid is the trick he needs to crystallize his ideas and never miss a beat.

If you write material outside your agent’s wheelhouse, don’t be afraid of making an unagented pitch. Each success is a win-win for both of you.

When your manuscript is 500 words or less, a carefully-chosen word can carry both emotional weight and contextual clarity.

A common anxiety for authors querying their debut is fear of someone stealing their story idea. Here’s why it’s not an actual threat.

One writer found that regular check-ins with a writing buddy have encouraged both of them to make more progress than ever before.

What draws readers into your story is the mystery of how you achieved your transformation, so reflection must be handled carefully.