Read to Write Better

Read to Write Better

Writers are frequently advised to read more to improve their writing. The problem is, no one seems to tell them how to use reading to elevate their writing practice. Reading alone is not enough—osmosis is not a viable strategy for learning. Books about this topic,...
What is Literary Fiction?

What is Literary Fiction?

One of the things that can be tricky for authors is categorizing their work and being sure of their genre.  Add to this the terms, “upmarket,” “book club,” and “literary” and it is easy to understand why finding the niche for your book is not as easy as it...