writing
An Internet Fan Fiction Archive Is Nominated for a Hugo
Archive of Our Own is a finalist in the prestigious Hugo award's Best Related Works category—which means thousands of fanfics are Hugo finalists.
'Close' Is the Literary Newsletter Bringing Intimacy to Your Inbox
We spoke to the creators of one of the best sources of original writing in the UK.
An Excerpt of 'Night Moves,' Jessica Hopper's New Memoir
"Night Moves" is a look at life in the mid-2000s told by a narrator getting her start as a writer, living in crumbling apartments, navigating Chicago's music scene, and cruising the world on her bike.
I'm Not Hiring You Because You Don't Really Want the Job
Eagerness to get hired isn’t the same thing as enthusiasm for doing the work.
Stop Telling Black Writers to Stop Writing About Race
A recent series of comments forced me to confront the issues of writing like everyone else as a person of color.
Andrea Long Chu Is the Cult Writer Changing Gender Theory
"Heterosexuality is bad," and other thoughts from a rising-star writer poking holes in how we talk about power, transgender identity, and what to do after you tell the truth.
Forensic Linguist Says 'Lodestar' Can't Tell Us Who Burned Trump in New York Times Op-Ed
Guessing the anonymous author of the Trump op-ed in The New York Times based on the use of the word ‘lodestar’ is “entirely useless,” according to a forensic linguist.
Sally Rooney's 'Normal People' Will Teach You About Yourself
The 27-year-old Irish writer's much-anticipated second novel is about relationships and how we manage them.
Why Freelancing Is So Much Better Than Having an Office Job
Being your own boss isn’t for everyone, and it’s definitely not easy, but for me the tradeoffs are worth it.
My Quest to Become a Harry Potter Erotic Fanfic Writer
Seven days and 12,000 words later, I understand why a children’s book universe is such a potent vehicle for smut.
A Beginner's Guide to Launching Your First Short Film
The filmmakers and judges behind Thunderdance Film Festival lend aspiring directors some wisdom on how to get your indie film seen.
"Anything that Happens From Here is Not My Fault”: Meet Patricia Lockwood
The author of 'Priestdaddy' meanders through a night of Trump-talk, Wagon Wheel and white-wine chugging.