Writer Lauryn Polo explores the problem of professional ghosting and why we actually need rejection in order to make progress in our writing and work lives.
Read moreIntersections & Opportunities in Writing About Pop Culture
Author Nicholas Belardes guest writes about the rare opportunity of turning a would-be ghostwriting project into his own collection, writing a book of essays in a month, and how pop culture intersects with our lives in meaningful and surprising ways.
Read moreLife After the MFA: Teaching, Writing, and Making the Best of It
Author Kate McCahill looks back on her MFA experience, her personal and professional growth as a writer, and how her graduate degree led her down a career path she didn't expect.
Read moreKeep Going: How to Tackle The Middle of Your Novel
Brad Windhauser, author of the newly-released novel The Intersection, dispenses must-read advice for writers who struggle to maintain their pace when finishing their first (or second) novels.
Read moreTake the Lock Off Your Block: Writing Podcasts
Looking for inspiration on the go? It's hard to narrow down the list because there are so many amazing audio shows out there, but here are my top five podcasts on reading, writing, and creativity.
Read moreJohn Berger: Writing is An Off-Shoot of Something Deeper
John Berger explains how true translation is not a binary affair between two languages but a triangular affair.
Read moreOn Revision and Throwing Out Pages
After going through an intense bout of revision on a new essay, here are a few thoughts on the process of editing and the ability to self-edit.
Read moreShould You Get an MFA? Here's My Answer.
When people ask me whether they should attend an MFA program I give a different answer each time, but there is one thing I want to emphasize now.
Read moreDo The Number of Drafts Count?
How many drafts do you need to go through in your manuscript?
Read moreOn Failure and How to Keep Writing
When I was in undergrad, a professor shook up the faith I had within. Here's how I got it back.
Read moreThe Dirty Spoon Seeks Food Culture Writing and Art
The Dirty Spoon, a food culture website, is now seeking short essays and art on food and food culture for publication. Read more...
Read moreThis Is a Game
My latest work of flash nonfiction for you...
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