There's a secret power in the traditional book world, a cohort of people who determine the success or failure of published books.

Some manuscripts are clean first drafts. Others fight you every step of the way. And how you approach your revision depends on what stage its in.

In the age of instant books, does the opening of a book still matter? James R. Preston contrasts and compares the openings of fiction novels old and new.

Even the most patient writers can get glazed eyes by the time they break down the Hero's Journey. Here is an easy 3-part hack from Sarah (Sally) Hamer.

A different take on "write what you know" from mystery author, Eldred Bird. Here are five examples to breathe life into your fiction.