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Upfront Edited by Jack Clemens Start your writing journey with these helpful tips, interesting facts, book recommendations and nuggets of inspiration.
Why I Write Compiled by Jack Clemens Writer's Digest readers describe how and when they first caught the writing bug.
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Ask the Expert By Brian A. Klems A Writer's Digest editor answers your burning questions about craft, grammar, legal issues, submitting your work and much more.
Fiction Genres Explained By Peter Rubie You want to write a novel, but do you know what kind? A literary agent explains the different types of fiction on the market today and how you can fit into them.
Your Book's Journey By Brenda Copeland What really happens when an editor accepts a book manuscript for publication? This straight-talking guide to the publishing process shows you all the steps, from beginning to end.
Rules Worth Breaking By David A. Fryxell Sure, the rules you learned in school are important. But when it comes to choosing between lively writing and by-the-book grammar, put the writing first.
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Secrets of Great Storytelling By I.J. Schecter Be like that guy at the cocktail party who always tells great stories. Keep your readers haning on your every word with help from these five important writing rules.
Write Lean and Mean By Nancy Kress Make your writing stronger by choosing only the best words—and trimming the fat.
Seven Deadly Distractions By David A. Fryxell In today's short attention-span world, you've got to keep readers engaged. Find out how to avoid these seven article-writing sins.
Seven Keys to Writing Success By Laurie Thurston Becoming a better writer can be as easy as looking down at your keyboard. Some of the most common key commands can offer surprising wisdom to struggling writers.
Lead Us Into Temptation By Eric Freedman A great opening is the key to a strong article. Learn how to engage your readers from the get-go with advice from a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist.
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Step Right Up By Maria Witte Entering writing contests is a great way to get your work read—and possibly win recognition. Start with this list of 30 contests in various genres.
It's in the Mail By Jeffrey Dean Palmatier Think sending editors a manuscript is as easy as mailing a letter? Not so fast. This short-story writer explains how to package your submission like a professional.
Entry Level Opportunities By Robert W. Bly Just because you're new at writing doesn't mean you can't break into the business. Explore these eight markets, all of which welcome rookies with open arms.
Making it in the Minors By Joyce Frohn Small-press magazines are a great way to get your first piece of work published.
The Tao of Sticky Note Quotes By Donna G. Albrecht Have a look at the inspiring phrases other writers have stuck on their refrigerators. Who knows? Maybe they'll do the trick for you, too.
