How to write a novel in 2026, how to stay focused, how to finish a project, and when not to, from one of fantasy's most prolific bestsellers.

Becoming a published book author is a dream shared by many professionals, but the path to get there can seem complicated and daunting. Who better to offer guidance than those who have successfully ...

My new book arrived on my doorstep today: “Writing Tools for the College Admissions Essay.” If you are counting, that makes 21 books with my name on the cover as editor or author. But it is only with ...

For busy executives who aspire to author a book, navigating the intersection of thought leadership and business leadership poses a unique challenge. Aside from the drive and determination to become a ...

She was among other area authors who dialed in or sat down for interviews with me to provide writing tips for National Novel Writing Month. All below authors also attended a Local Author Fair event ...

Ever wondered how some authors manage to churn out novel after novel without breaking a sweat? What if I told you there’s a tool that can help write books using AI? Enter Novelcrafter, an artificial ...

Editor's note: All opinions, columns and letters reflect the views of the individual writer and not necessarily those of the IDS or its staffers. “The pen is mightier than the sword” may sound cliche, ...

Every time I turn around, Jami Attenberg has published another novel or memoir. But I do not begrudge her this, because I know how she does it. For years, Jami has enlisted conspirators in writing a ...

For Elizabeth McCracken, writing a novel requires attention to matters as small as punctuation and as capacious as the ...