Fiction Writers

Some of the many challenges about being a writer is finding sources of relevant and reliable information. Podcasts have become a very popular niche for this purpose.

A review of a useful writing resource.

Just because we're in an economic slump it doesn't mean we should forget about one of the greatest hobbies of all, and that's reading the classics, novels, short stories, plays and poetry.

Science Fiction writer Arthur C Clarke dies at age 90.

This article helps the non-fiction writer stay focused on a single project.

The DHS asked a select group of science fiction writers-who make careers out of their imaginations-to consult them on possible future technologies they might face or that they could develop to combat terrorism.

A compilation of the suggested top ten books for fiction writers, excellent for the emerging writer's library.

Fiction writers, just like people in any other business or profession, must set goals if they want to achieve success.

Many fiction writers have no problem crafting the beginning and ending of their story, but get bogged down in the complex details of the story's middle.

Every fiction writer should realize that building a website will really help them out in their writing career. Keep these things in mind!

Writing a fiction short story or novel takes a lot of different skills. However, there are three main plot elements that are absolute necessities when writing fiction. Learn what they are and why you need them here.

Fiction writers often spout nonsense about "finding the muse" as an excuse to not be writing. This article demonstrates how breaking down your ultimate goal into mini goals will garner success.

As a would-be novelist, I discover that Self-Editing for Fiction Writers is a fine tutorial.

Fiction writing is almost universally acclaimed and adapted. It helps you create a world of your own, where you have self-created characters, objects and more. Here are some tips to write fiction!

A 55 word flash fiction story about two amazing fictional men who inspired people to look at people with disabilities in a new light.

There are three books that I turn to time and again as I write, especially as a writer of fantasy.

Have you ever thought about what your character keeps in their sock drawer? Their freezer? Do you want to know?

Alice Munro is my favorite short story writer. She is a wife, a mother, and a writer, who has made the lives of ordinary people into great material for stories with significant yet subtle meaning.

Plot is what keeps your reader turning the pages, yet writing a good plot is trickier than it seems. Use these tips to bring your story up to the next level by developing creating a strong plot.

The prewriting stage can make or break your personal projects. Here's some invaluable advice for laying out your next novel.

Stories are populated by characters. Your stories will get better if your characters seem like real people. Here's how to do that.

For some writers, creating the shell of the story can be tricky. Other writers simply need a good kick start. This article features several different story starter sentences and ideas to help those who need a hard nudge in that direction.

Discover three authors with a knack for tantalizing treats as well as delicious stories.

When you read about writing, there is something authors will always tell you. That thing is to never stop, here's a little explanation as to why.

So, you're met with snobbery when discussing your reading and writing preferences? Me too. Here are a couple of my experiences.

Culinary fiction is a genre that mixes elaborate descriptions of food - their preparation, taste, smell and consumption - with regular stories and characters. Here are three gourmet authors you might want to taste.

A brief article about some of the resources available for writers to research their fiction and non-fiction writings.