If you’ve never actually spotted the “literary fiction” section at your local bookstore, there’s a good reason – it’s because there isn’t one. Since it’s not a recognizable genre, then what exactly is literary fiction? And therein lies the rub: literary fiction is...
Are you a history buff with a great imagination and a knack for writing? If so, why not combine these skills and author a book in the most popular historical fiction genre? This handy guide introduces the basic aspects of historical fiction and explains the benefits...
If you’ve ever witnessed a comedian bomb during a stand-up comedy routine, then you’re aware of how difficult it is to write and execute comedy well. It’s not easy to pull off comedy, whether through a live performance, film, or literary work. If you are an author...
If you are a writer with a soft spot for kids, writing a children’s picture book might just be a perfect fit. As adults, writing children’s books offers creative pathways to imparting wisdom or teaching life lessons to the youngest generation—with illustrations adding...
Think of your favorite children’s book – maybe it’s The Giving Tree, Goodnight Moon, or Charlotte’s Web – and then distill the story down to its very essence. You’ll realize that what makes the book so endearing is its core message. This beloved book is not just...
You are bursting at the seams, just dying to write your book idea. You’ve created some interesting characters and have a general idea about the story you’ll tell, but you just can’t come up with a strong story setting in which your tale unfolds. Fear not! This handy...