Tag: stories

Why I started writing

Warming up to a former elementary school student inspired an entire book series for this author. Often, it’s the unexpected

by Timothy Pike “I could not have imagined this,” New York Times bestselling author Tosca Lee types on her computer

There’s no magic way to build a strong reader base—only methods that require time, energy, and in some cases, money.

It’s amazing how our brains can take symbols on a page, decode them, and awaken the senses. A prolific sci-fi

Want to make readers remember what you write? This award-winning author has some tips on how to make your words

A Letter from the Editor We love their books, of course. But this month we’re getting inside the heads of

History came alive for this author as she explored the ruins of a thirteenth-century castle in Wales—an experience that inspired

The most relatable characters in novels are as complex and flawed as real-life people. But portraying their bad qualities requires

We’re making progress, but we have a ways to go before fantasy settings—real and imagined—are accessible to all. by V.S.

Want to write novels? Start with short stories to hone your skills. This award-winning author gives you the five most