How many times have we heard the phrase “write what you know,” and wondered: how is this possible for most fiction writers? Let’s explore the…
Category: The Writing Process
Many authors—both seasoned and new—use writing prompts. But what are writing prompts, and why should you use them? What are Writing Prompts Writing prompts are…
At this year’s AWP Conference, I attended a session on how crime fiction can be used to address social problems. And while I never thought…
Young writers are everywhere. I had the great fortune of having dinner with a number of young writers at the 2023 Maryland Writers Association Conference,…
A common bit of advice I’ve been given as a writer is simply to write. We’re told not to spend time making every word perfect…