Articles on almost every aspect of writing proliferate online and in periodical print media. Here we'll point you to some of the best we run into.

online this month
compiled by Sherry

Quick Stop for Semi-Important Characters by Lazette Gifford

Creating real characters...even if they're only going to spend a few paragraphs on the page...

What Is Three-Act Structure? Lecture by Stephen J. Cannell

Gain a better understanding of this critical element of dramatic storytelling..

How to Conduct An Interview by Bridget Johnson

Whether it's for a freelance project or research for your next novel, you want to conduct the best interview you can...

Talkers Talk, Writers Write by Greg Knollenberg

Tough talk for the talkers among us...

If In Doubt, Leave It Out by Rob Parnell

Most beginning authors write too much. Rob shares some great tips on editing your manuscript to a more professional standard...

permanent listings

Articles so good we're just going to leave 'em here...

Proper Manuscript Format by William Shunn
Everything, and we mean everything, you should need to know to send out professional work. Don't mail another submission until you read this!

Voluntary Service by Philip Pullman
Can literature change the world? Or should it be above the concerns of society? Philip Pullman argues that while writers have wider duties, they must be faithful servants of their stories.

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