Advice

"Read Terrible Books" Stephen King's Advice for Writers

On the value of reading terrible books, the importance of a diverse reading diet, & tips on finding time to read

Oct 25, 2024 •

Hemingway Calls Out F. Scott Fitzgerald for a Lack of Integrity

The Brutal Critique That Challenged Fitzgerald to Stop Faking It and Write with Truth

Oct 14, 2024 •

Hunter S. Thompson's advice to those feeling lost

His 1958 letter to a friend written when he was 22 yrs old

Oct 11, 2024 •

Kurt Vonnegut’s 8 Rules of Storytelling

Narrated by the author himself

Oct 7, 2024 •

10 Writing Tips from the Original “Mad Man”

Businessman David Ogilvy’s Internal Memo Titled "How to Write"

Oct 4, 2024 •

Overcoming Fear as a Writer: Lessons from Stephen King

Unlocking Creativity and Overcoming Fear: Practical Advice for Aspiring Writers

Oct 2, 2024 •

30 Writing Tips from Jack Kerouac

A Look at Kerouac's Wild and Whimsical Advice

Sep 30, 2024 •

Henry Miller’s 11 Rules of Writing

The Surprising Contrast Between His Wildly Chaotic Novels and Miller's Disciplined Life as a Writer

Sep 27, 2024 •

8 Writing Tips From John Steinbeck

Insights and inspiration from the author of 'Of Mice and Men'

Sep 25, 2024 •

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