Unearthing the UnderSlumberBumbleBeasts
Before I started writing novels in late 2012, I was a serious writer of screenplays and stage plays, and a dabbler in poetry and short fiction—including a...
The Manipulation of Stories and Specificity of Character (From Script)
In this week’s roundup from Script magazine, Alison Schapker talks about the development and adaptation process, character development, her emotional...
Not What You Think
Some elements of an author’s proposal are not what you’d think. They seem like a good thing, but may make the opposite impression from the one you’re...
Shannon Messenger: Trust Your Story
Shannon Messenger graduated from the USC School of Cinematic Arts, where she learned—among other things—that she liked watching movies much better than...
The 5 Gift Rule for Writers at Christmas
Christmas gifts are one of my favorite traditions—and so is this yearly round-up of gifts for writers at Christmas. Sometimes, however, it can be difficult...
5 Tips for Creating Character Voice Readers Will Love
“Say it again, I double-dog dare ya,” Ferret said through clenched teeth, his dark eyes narrowed.Basil replied, seemingly unfazed by his proximity to...
Join Writer’s Digest in Italy in 2025
Writer's Digest is heading to Italy in 2025, and we want you to join us! ...
A Conversation With Callan Wink on Writing and Selling Personal Essays (Killer Writers)
In spring, summer, and fall, Callan Wink can be found guiding flyfish anglers in Montana. In the winter, he surfs in Costa Rica. Callan’s new book is out...
2024 November PAD Chapbook Challenge: Next Steps
We've written the poems. Now, it's time to collect them: Here are the next steps for this year's challenge. Before you dive in, click here to read the original...