Among the week's headlines: eight states so far in 2023 have new bills seeking to expose librarians and educators to criminal prosecution for obscenity violations; why a bestselling author with a new kids’ book was barred from speaking at a Texas school; and the first new state e-book bill of 2023 is introduced. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'
[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-20 05:00:00 UTC ]
Bestselling author RaeAnne Thayne discusses using small-town settings to deepen character connections, including tips for enhancing settings. The post The Heart of the Story: Using Small-Town Settings to Deepen Character Connections appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-06-03 20:32:38 UTC ]
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Bestselling author Jesse Q. Sutanto reimagines Disney's Mulan as a contemporary romance about family expectations, mistaken identity, and high stakes ... Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2025-06-03 10:02:00 UTC ]
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Clay Stafford has a conversation with bestselling author David Handler on how the characters come first in his mystery novels and more. The post A Conversation With David Handler on How the Character Comes First (Killer Writers) appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-05-31 15:00:00 UTC ]
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Following Random House’s acquisition of Boom! Studios, the comics and graphic novel publisher’s digital catalog is no longer available for unlimited, simultaneous library access—a source of disappointment at digital platform Comics Plus. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-05-28 04:00:00 UTC ]
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An inside look at the publication process for the bestselling author’s latest novel Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-05-23 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Libraries’ e-book and audiobook programs are especially vulnerable to the Trump administration’s budget cuts. Libraries across the United States are cutting back on e-books, audiobooks, and loan programs after the Trump administration suspended millions of dollars in federal grants as it tries... Continue reading at Fast Company
[ Fast Company | 2025-05-19 19:30:00 UTC ]
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In this interview, bestselling author Karen Swan discusses how a two-word phrase in a headline launched a book series and more. The post Karen Swan: On Managing Time and Timelines appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-05-03 14:00:00 UTC ]
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Bestselling author Lyla Lee shares how getting rather personal can help stories become more universal for readers. The post Creating Universal Stories From the Most Personal appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-29 19:00:00 UTC ]
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Congratulations to the winners of the 12th Annual Self-Published E-book Awards! Discover the titles that placed in the categories of contemporary fiction, fantasy, memoir, mystery, and more. The post Announcing the Winners of the 12th Annual Self-Published E-book Awards appeared first on... Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-23 15:00:00 UTC ]
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Why do authors see Meta’s AI model as a threat to their livelihoods? Ella Creamer reportsEarlier this month, a group of protesters gathered outside the London headquarters of Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. They were demonstrating over the company’s use of millions... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2025-04-21 02:00:24 UTC ]
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Bestselling author Joan Holub shares her expertise at storyboarding picture books and graphic novels, with both authors and illustrators. The post Storyboarding for Writers: How Sketching Can Strengthen Your Picture Book or Graphic Novel! appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Bestselling author of the Sebastian St. Cyr Mysteries C. S. Harris shares eight ways to keep a long-running book series fresh. The post 8 Ways to Keep a Long-Running Series Fresh, Book After Book appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-17 12:23:27 UTC ]
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Bestselling author and Emmy Award-winning television writer Matt Goldman shares 10 things he's learned about writing over the years. The post 10 Things I’ve Learned About Writing From Being a Stand-Up Comic and in the Writer’s Room of Emmy Award-Winning TV Shows appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest
[ Writer's Digest | 2025-04-17 02:20:28 UTC ]
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The bestselling author’s latest thriller explores the ways painful memories can haunt people for their entire lives Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-04-04 04:00:00 UTC ]
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