Tori Barney, Columbia College Chicago

Whether you are a novice writer or have more experience under your belt, the annual novel writing event provides writers with a refreshing challenge.

Beth Jordan, Aquinas College

Because this type of writing is unlike anything you’d typically find in professional or academic settings, it can be difficult to get the hang of. Here are some tips to help your writing process.

Isabelle Juan, Truman State University

George Saunders’ book provides a guiding framework to aspiring writers by giving new life to classic Russian tales.

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

Surfing the internet might take time away from your beloved books, but these blogs are the perfect companions to your favorite novels.

Angel Lin, University of California, Santa Barbara

Twitter extends beyond news about celebrities; it’s the perfect platform for microfiction, micropoetry and other creative writing.

Janani Mangai Srinivasan, Wake Forest University

It’s time people start taking the genre seriously.

Marie Christensen, George Fox University

Appeal to more personality types and broader audiences.