Read a list of American novelist and short story writer T.C. Boyle's favorite books on violence, including work by William Faulkner and James Dickey.
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Here's the official announcement of The Complete Guide of Poetic Forms: 100+ Poetic Form Definitions and Examples for Poets, by Robert Lee Brewer, Writer's Digest Senior Editor and author of Smash Poetry Journal.
From Heman Melville to Toni Morrison, read a list of books recommended by acclaimed Vietnamese-American poet and novelist Ocean Vuong.
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From timeless nonfiction by W.E.B. Du Bois to iconic fiction from Zora Neale Hurston to a modern classic from Octavia Butler.
Writing can be such a challenge when you begin. These five tips will help alleviate writer's block and help you to write clearer.
Step into a cozy realm of writerly inspiration this 'Author Aesthetic' blog. Immerse yourself in moody vibes and aesthetic imagery, fueling your fantasy fiction journey. Unleash your creativity in this dreamy writing corner curated for authors seeking a perfect blend of ambiance and imagination. Exp
From Kierkegaard to Cortazar, read a list of 74 books recommended by beloved Argentine author Jorge Luis Borges.
Read a list of fantasy author Philip Pullman's favorite collections of poetry, from oral traditions to contemporary American verse.
This collection of poems and essays by the famous 17th century poet Henry Vaughan provides readers with a fascinating glimpse into the mind and life of one of the most celebrated writers of his time. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. | Author: Henry Vaughan, Northrop Frye, L. C. (Leonard Cyril) B. Martin | Publisher: Legare Street Press | Publication Date: Jul 18, 2023 | Number of Pages: 406 pages | Language: English | Binding: Hardcover | ISBN-10: 102050885X | ISBN-13: 9781020508851
In a rare interview, Don DeLillo discusses his latest novel, "Zero K," the evolution of his craft, and how it reflects where we are as a country today.
Written in stone, for all eternity: Here are 12 of the best epitaphs from author headstones and monuments.
One of Europe’s most remarkable literary talents explains the autobiography that made his name
My office in Canada It’s a pretty common notion that all great writers are great readers. Like any craft, skill, or hobby, writing is something that needs to be continuously nurtured and…
John Steinbeck liked to write with a pencil. He sharpened twenty-four pencils every morning with which he would do his day’s work. With one pencil he could write a full-page on a yellow legal pad before the point was blunt. His writing was tiny. Crabbed up knots that sometimes needed a magnifying glass to decipher. … Continue reading "‘Your Audience is a Single Reader’: John Steinbeck’s Advice on Writing"
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Here at the Literary Hub office, pretty much every day is Take Your Dog to Work Day. Or so we hope and dream. Sometimes, when we’re lucky, we do have a dog in the office: our current Editoria…
Inspire yourself to read some books or get to writing with these 64 inspiring and powerful quotes about books and reading.
Author Jared A. Brock gathers photos and inspirational quotes by more than 150 world-famous writers including Hemingway, Dickens, Orwell, and Shakespeare.
Writing a book is something many dream about, but there are many assumptions about it that are simply false or downright silly.
Everyone's got a book in them, right? Problem is, it's likely to be an absolute turkey. Face facts, writing a runaway literary hit is incredibly hard, and ...
The best way to become a better writer is to write, but it doesn't hurt to get advice from the best. Here are 50+ writing quotes with wisdom from the best.
A selection of 12 poems by Edna St. Vincent Millay, noted American poet, from some of her earlier collections.
Great books to encourage and support Christian writers
From Frost to Angelou, from Shakespeare to Hughes, this list has it all.
If you’re looking for some inspiration to set words to paper (or screen), these images of women authors at their writing desks might just do the trick.
Prepare to make your bookshelf considerably heavier.
I think that about every writer finds themself here, most likely more than they will want to admit. Being at a loss for words. Staring at a blank screen, even with a list of topics that they have…
“As a writer you ask yourself to dream while awake.” —Aimee Bender
It's not just about the Tudors – delve into Renaissance Florence or 1950s Brooklyn
Jared A. Brock gathers together photos and inspirational quotes by more than 100 world-famous writers including Agatha Christie, Charles Dickens, and George Orwell.
A blog about quilts and books.
“The mind can be trained to relieve itself on paper.” Billy Collins, poet, writing
Are you looking for some tips on marketing your book? As authors, most of us dream of selling more books and getting more exposure - but how do we do that? How do we let others
In 2010, inspired to Elmore Leonard’s Ten Rules of Writing, The Guardian asked some of the world’s most respected writers to share their best tips for writing fiction. Here’s the list American novelist and essayist Jonathan…
Much of the good ship Book Riot is off at Book Expo America this week, so we're running some of our best stuff from the first half of 2013. We'll be back
