I might be an “adult” (whatever that means), but one of my favorite genres is always going to be Young Adult fiction. There’s…
Using Physical Descriptions to Create Character Personality by Taylor Simonds
I don’t know about any of you, but I’ve always felt that one of the most incredible aspects about writing is coming up…
Five Things Writers Should Do When They’re Stuck By Taylor Simonds
We’ve all been there. You’re chugging along on your story, feeling confident, relishing all of those great ideas that won’t stop flowing, when…
Over the Noise, Under the Neon: Writing Your Best Poetry with Heather Lang & Letisia Cruz (Online Workshop)
Class Description Language is the fundamental material of poetry. This course is built on the notion that meticulous attention to language is what…
Reading + Q & A: DUST BATH REVIVAL by Marianne Kirby
Join us in welcoming Marianne Kirby, author of the new YA novel, DUST BATH REVIVAL! Marianne will read from her novel, answer questions…
The Write Place #9: Misa Sugiura
I write for two or three hours a day on weekdays, usually at one of two places: home, or at my local coffee…
National Novel Writing Month Write-Ins
National Novel Writing Month is almost here! Join us for several write-ins each week in November (image above with dates). We’re not the…
October Workshops: Get Ready for National Novel Writing Month!
It’s October–that means National Novel Writing Month is around the corner! Have you started thinking about your novel? Maybe you’re new to NaNoWriMo…
WA’s Heist Crew: In Honor of Smash & Grab by Amy Christine Parker
This week, WA friend, Amy Christine Parker, released her third book titled, Smash & Grab from Random House Books for Young Readers. To…
The Write Place #8: Melissa Gorzelanczyk
The white door snaps in place and gives a firming shudder. If I’m standing close, I can still feel the air shifting on…