by Guest Blogger |
There’s a conversation happening in writing communities right now about AI use and ethics for writers that sounds something like this:
“I don’t use AI. But… is my writing already in there somewhere?”
“I used AI tools to brainstorm a plot problem. Does that count as something I need to disclose?”
“What do publishers actually think about this? I can’t get a straight answer.”
These aren’t peripheral questions. They’re the ones serious, thoughtful writers are sitting with—writers who care about their craft, their readers, and their integrity. Writers who aren’t looking for permission to cut corners. They just want honest information so they can make their own decisions. That’s what this article is for.
by Joe Bunting |
I often hear the same questions from writers, questions like, “How do I make a living as a writer?” or, “How do I write a bestselling book?”
These are the wrong questions, and that’s a huge problem because I believe the questions you ask yourself can change your mindset and how you approach your writing.
What are the right questions? In this article, I’m going to share the five essential questions every writer should ask themselves.
by Guest Blogger |
When I came across these quotes from Aristotle’s Poetics, I realized that they held more than inspiration–they held real wisdom for novelists. Can these 6 quotes by Aristotle make you a better novelist? Read on to find out.
by Joe Bunting |
Do you want to write but just need a great story idea? Good news! Below are 150 short story ideas for all your favorite genres. You can use them as writing prompts for writing contests, for stories to publish in literary magazines, or just for fun!
Get started writing with one of these short story ideas today.
by Joe Bunting |
So you need to get a word count for the latest chapter of your novel or an essay assignment for school? Don’t worry, here are three easy-to-use tools to count your words.
by Elizabeth Nettleton |
Confusion, misunderstandings, and humorous mistakes (eavesdropped conversations, anyone?) are at the heart of the comedy plot, as described by Christopher Booker in his 7 Basic Plots. Today, let’s look at 30 comedy plot writing prompts inspired by this classic archetype to help get your readers, if not your characters, laughing.
