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When it comes to plot, there are only three things every one has to have: a beginning, a middle, and an end.

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Writing Prompt: Siblings

by Hank Phillippi Ryan | Nov 20, 2020 | Craft

How to Beat Writer’s Block – 7 Tips from the Trenches

by Brian Andrews | Nov 9, 2020 | Craft, Life

Writer’s block got you grounded? Try these practical tips to help you get your wings back and soar!

Fearless Writing Advice From Fiction’s Most Fearful Protagonist

by Our Special Guest | Nov 4, 2020 | Craft

In a year of fears, how can you channel all that energy into fuel for your writing? Kristin Bair, author of Agatha Arch Is Afraid of Everything, shares her best tips for being fearless on the page.

5 Tips for NaNoWriMo Success

by Jessica Strawser | Nov 2, 2020 | Craft

Tackling National Novel Writing Month this year? Here’s how to stay motivated and reach your word count goals, all November long.

Career Authors 11: Bill Hayes

by Our Special Guest | Oct 28, 2020 | Craft

Bill Hayes sold the first manuscript he wrote. Learn more about what led this essayist and photographer to produce books that are not only beloved by readers, but are awardwinning and critically acclaimed.

OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL GO!: One writer’s guide to writing through the pandemic

by Paula Munier | Oct 21, 2020 | Craft

We’re all getting restless during this pandemic. But the best part about being a writer is that we get to go anywhere, anytime, anyhow. All we need is pen, paper, and imagination.

THE CAREER AUTHORS 11: ARCHER MAYOR

by Paula Munier | Oct 19, 2020 | Career Authors 11, Craft

New York Times bestselling author Archer Mayor recently published the 31st novel—yes, you read that right, thirty-one—in his long-running police procedural, which along with being a masterpiece that keeps on giving to readers is a master class that keeps on giving to writers. Read on.