First-Person Narrative at the Intersection of History, Trauma, and Memory Introduction Writing as a witness occupies a distinct and vital position within literary practice. It is neither purely imaginative nor strictly documentary; it resists the boundaries that traditionally separate fiction from historical record. Witness writing emerges at the intersection of personal experience, historical event, and…
Writing in 2026: What Book Authors Need to Remember Now 10 writing tips for 2026 to help book authors improve their craft, stay motivated, and navigate modern storytelling with confidence. Every generation of writers believes they’re living through unprecedented change. Yet as we move into 2026, it’s hard to deny that the writing world feels…
Bringing Fictional People to Life on the Page Creating memorable characters is one of the most important skills an author can develop. Plot may drive a story forward, but it is character that makes readers care enough to keep turning pages. Well-crafted characters feel real, flawed, emotional, and complex, even when they exist in fantastical…
Timeless and engulfing, become part of the writer’s story We live in a world where information is delivered faster than we can process it. Videos play automatically, headlines compete for attention, and social media scrolls endlessly beneath our fingertips. Entertainment has never been more accessible, streaming services release entire seasons in a day, and short-form…
How Hidden Meanings with Symbolism Deepen Storytelling Symbolism is one of the most powerful tools a writer can use to enrich a narrative. It works beneath the surface of the story, shaping meaning, mood, and emotion in ways that readers may not consciously recognize but instinctively feel. At its core, symbolism is the art of…
How to Overcome Writer’s Block Every writer knows the feeling, staring at a blank page while your mind feels equally empty. The words that once flowed with ease now seem stuck behind an invisible wall. Writer’s block isn’t just frustrating; it can make you question your talent, discipline, and even your purpose as a writer….
