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Jane Eyre. Huckleberry Finn. Jay Gatsby. Sherlock Holmes. What do these characters have in common? In addition to being some of the most famous characters in English literature, they all have...

Whether letters, diary entries, or text messages, stories told in alternative formats–also called epistolary novels–have been around for centuries. Many writers have tried their hand...

Crafting historical fiction isn't just about recounting events from a history book; it's about transporting readers to a bygone era, weaving a tapestry of rich detail, vibrant characters, and...

From Andy Weir’s The Martian to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein to the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe, science fiction stories are among the most popular genres. But what makes these stories...

“New Adult!” It’s a term you may have heard in publishing, but still have no clue what it actually means. Is it just a novel with a college-aged protagonist? Is it a sexier,...

Characterization is how a writer brings a character to life by describing what they look like, do, feel, and think. Good characterization helps readers understand all of the written...

From Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice to Jenny Han’s To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, swoon-worthy romance novels take readers on an emotional rollercoaster ride of ups and...

It's common for newer writers to hear advice like, "Just focus on one book at a time," or "Finish the book you're writing before starting a new one." There's a good reason for this advice: When...