Articles

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You Call That Art? by Kevin Kilgarriff, Staff Writer

One mans' trash is another man's treasure... even in the world of writing!

A Challenging New Year by Diane Penna, Staff Writer

Lots of ideas to keep you encouraged this year.

When The Sun Stops Shining by Diane Penna, Staff Writer

Sad emotions can be utilized by the writer. Learn to harness your grief and use it for good.

Come Write With Me: Where Are We, Gomer? by Barbara Deming, Staff Columnist

Setting in stories is crucially important... so much so that setting is often treated as another character.

My Inner Critter by Gary Hibberd, Staff Writer

As writers it is crucial that we always make a habit of practicing and learning in order to become the very best writers we can be!

School is Never Out of Session by Julia Temlyn, Editor

As writers it is crucial that we always make a habit of practicing and learning in order to become the very best writers we can be!

Nonfiction: From Imagination to Reality by Julia Temlyn, Editor

Nonfiction doesn't mean "boring." Read about how nonfiction can be just as creative as fiction!

The Power of a Story: Musings on Personal Narrative and Truth by Pattie Reitz, Staff Writer

Pattie says: There is something powerful about reading someone’s personal story. This is also where I often lose sight of what it is I love about writing. When it becomes a chore or a burden, perhaps I need to listen more. 

Come Write With Me: Pictures & Postcards by Barbara Deming, Staff Columnist

Sometimes the most random thing can provide some writing inspiration!

Have You Decided Yet? by Gary Hibberd, Staff Writer

The difference between "I'd like to," and "I've decided to."

This Time, It's Personal by Kevin Kilgarriff, Staff Writer

Staff writer Kevin Kilgarriff shares how person struggles are sometimes meant to be shared, and sometimes not.

Fan Fiction: More Than Just a Fan Obsession? by Julia Temlyn, Editor

Is fan fiction a viable creative outlet? Learn more in this article!

Just Jeannie by Yvonne Russell, Staff Writer

A woman named Jeannie has a great impact on the life of Yvonne Russell. We hope Jeannie inspires you, too.

Come Write With Me: Homework by Barbara Deming, Staff Columnist

Sometimes it's important to give yourself homework -- even writing-related homework!

Writing as a Gift by Jenna Glatzer

The ability to write is a gift not only to the writer, but to the reader.

How to Outgrow 'Write What You Know' by Jenna Glatzer

The title says it all!

Tramps Like Us, Baby We Were Born to Write by Kevin Kilgarriff, Staff Writer

Inspiration from The Boss, Springsteen!

The Idea Catcher: The Word Collector by Yvonne Russell, Staff Writer

Inspiration from The Boss, Springsteen!

Freelancing: An Apprenticeship for Life by Susan M. Thompson, Staff Writer

Inspiration from The Boss, Springsteen!

It's a New Year! by Pattie Reitz, Staff Writer

It's a new year . . . now what?

From Conception to Conclusion: The Life of an Idea by Kevin Kilgarriff, Staff Writer

Writing can sometimes be a little like having a baby - although, I imagine not as uncomfortable and normally without any physical pain.

Come Write With Me: The Idea Files by Barbara Deming, Staff Columnist

Ideas lay in waiting in the idea files.

Why, I've Got An Idea! by Kevin Kilgarriff, Staff Writer

A writer's perspective on how ideas can begin to brew unexpectedly!

Where Does the Time Go? by Shawn Bogart, Staff Writer

No matter what, never stop writing!

More articles, columns, prompts, poetry, etc., coming very soon!

Topics include: fanfic (fan fiction), rewriting, writing what you know vs. what you don't know, and much more!