by Tom Corson-Knowles |
We’ve just wrapped up our third annual Poetry Awards Contest, and we’re so excited to announce the winner for 2023! Why We Started This Poetry Awards Contest We decided to host the poetry awards contest as a way to support and empower poetry writers everywhere,...
by Cole Salao
A title is a name—one that your book becomes known by once it is published. And some books have subtitles, but they don’t exactly function as an alternative name for your work. In some cases though, a title is enough. But what decides whether your book needs a...
by Cole Salao
With so many people trying their hand at writing, it’s hard to be noticed by the masses. This is why marketing has become an important aspect of being a writer. And as a writer, getting invited to a podcast is a big deal. It’s a rapidly growing medium, attracting...
by Cole Salao
When you think about it, science fiction and fantasy seem to be polar opposites. The former speculates about the future but is still grounded in science-based facts. The latter relies on pure imagination, without needing justification. However, many writers have built...
by Cole Salao
Every writer wants to master the art of crafting the most heart-wrenching scenes. Sadness is a powerful emotion, and powerful emotions tend to make the best parts of a story. But sadness is also one of the hardest emotions to write about because most people don’t like...
by Cole Salao
Literature is currently dominated by genres such as young adult fiction, self-help, fantasy, and romance. However, there are other, lesser-known genres out that you might be surprised exist. Some are extremely specific to the point that only a small number of people...
