Reading and writing fiction connects us, calms us, and keeps us human. In a noisy, AI-driven world, story is still our oldest form of healing.

Reading and writing fiction connects us, calms us, and keeps us human. In a noisy, AI-driven world, story is still our oldest form of healing.
by Jenny Hansen When you’re learning something new—whether it’s baking bread, fixing a leaky sink, or crafting a story that keeps a reader up all night—you bump into two types of difficulty: the stuff you can figure out on your own, and the stuff that makes you want to throw your laptop into the nearest […]
The three components that balance a story, and how to keep them in tune with one another. This is a great reminder for both new and experienced writers.
Are you an author floundering over how to build a strong author brand? Then this post is for you. Included: 30+ branding promps in 7 easy sections.
Stephen King said, "If you don't have time to read, you don't have the time (or the tools) to write. Simple as that." So... "What's on YOUR reading list?"
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