Every writer knows the thrill of a new idea—the spark that sets your imagination ablaze and gets your fingers itching to type. But let’s be honest: that spark doesn’t always come easily, and sometimes ...

After 35 years of teaching fiction writing, the prize-winning author shares her wisdom. First tip? Don’t write what you know… I don’t think it’s a bad thing to want to write a first sentence so ...

Practice in the original composition of poetry supplemented by the reading and analysis of standard works. Each student is expected to prepare a manuscript each week. There will be a weekly workshop ...

Studies show that the act of writing hones our reflective abilities, stretches our imagination, increases emotional resilience, and alleviates stress. In my conversation with ...

Every morning, after I’ve secured the intravenous drip from the coffee pot into my arm, I knock out a couple of hours of fiction writing. That’s not exactly surprising as I’m a science-fiction author ...

If you have an idea for a book need a little help to get you going it might be worth turning to AI to help you flesh out your idea. Using AI, specifically ChatGPT-4, to write a book can be a highly ...

Evernote is a cross-platform app that works something like a digital filing cabinet. We've talked about why so many people use it and how you should probably give it another try if you're not hooked ...

If you've ever wanted to be the next H.G. Wells, this is your chance. Army Training and Doctrine Command is hosting its inaugural Mad Scientist Science Fiction Writing Contest, according to a TRADOC ...