by Cole Salao
Plenty of writers love the challenges of a tight word limit. It’s why short stories always have a place in their portfolios. But have you heard of a drabble—a complete story told in 100 words? What is a Drabble? A drabble is a type of microfiction that is 100 words...
by Cole Salao
From blank journals to workbooks, you’ve probably seen tons of low content books on the market. They seem like an easy and quick way to make money, especially for beginner writers. But are they really as simple and beneficial as they’re hyped up to be? And are they a...
by Cole Salao
In storytelling, there is power in brevity. The more layers of meaning you fit in a small amount of words can multiply their impact on your readers. It’s why short-form literature—whether fiction or nonfiction—can be so moving. One particular form, the novella,...
by Cole Salao
The point of view you choose to tell a story from can dramatically shape its contents and meaning. Most writers are familiar with the first, second, and third points of view. They’ve been the go-to choices for storytellers for generations. But what about another...
by Cole Salao
Congratulations! After all that work, an agent finally wants to read your entire manuscript. But what now? Is it as simple as emailing them a document? You only have one chance to send them the best version of your work. But at this point, you’ve probably done so many...
