Jesmyn Ward Delights in Being BewilderedJesmyn Ward emphasizes writing for authentic expression rather than audience expectations, believing challenge in literature fosters deeper understanding.
Jane Austen Used Pins to Edit Her Manuscripts: Before the Word Processor & White-OutJane Austen's manuscript of 'The Watsons' reveals her revision process in one of the earliest surviving English novel drafts.
Inside Alice Munro's Notebooks - The Paris ReviewAlice Munro's process included using longhand notebooks for drafting and honing her stories before typing them out fully.
The big picture: author Paul Auster in his elementPaul Auster's dedication to his craft was profound and evident in his workspace and choice of tools.
Jesmyn Ward Delights in Being BewilderedJesmyn Ward emphasizes writing for authentic expression rather than audience expectations, believing challenge in literature fosters deeper understanding.
Jane Austen Used Pins to Edit Her Manuscripts: Before the Word Processor & White-OutJane Austen's manuscript of 'The Watsons' reveals her revision process in one of the earliest surviving English novel drafts.
Inside Alice Munro's Notebooks - The Paris ReviewAlice Munro's process included using longhand notebooks for drafting and honing her stories before typing them out fully.
The big picture: author Paul Auster in his elementPaul Auster's dedication to his craft was profound and evident in his workspace and choice of tools.
Creating a Content Assistant with Gemini and GenAIGenerative AI can assist in the writing process by providing suggestions and feedback on content created by the user.
5 Things To Capture On A Content Briefing TemplateA structured content briefing template is essential for effective thought-leadership writing.
Creating a Content Assistant with Gemini and GenAIGenerative AI can assist in the writing process by providing suggestions and feedback on content created by the user.
5 Things To Capture On A Content Briefing TemplateA structured content briefing template is essential for effective thought-leadership writing.
Tell us your favorite piece of writing wisdomWriting can be painful yet rewarding; actionable advice helps make the process manageable and effective.
3 Books That Can Make You a Better WriterGood writing combines conscious skills and subconscious intuition, focusing on clarity through word choice.
Tell us your favorite piece of writing wisdomWriting can be painful yet rewarding; actionable advice helps make the process manageable and effective.
3 Books That Can Make You a Better WriterGood writing combines conscious skills and subconscious intuition, focusing on clarity through word choice.
Nicola Dinan: "I Want to Offer Complex Characterisations of Trans People"The protagonist grapples with heteronormativity's impact on personal relationships and identity.
Novelist Eimear McBride: studying method acting taught me how to writeWriting fiction requires more than just words; it's about deeply understanding characters from the inside out.
Paul Yoon on Bringing Animals Into the ForegroundThe author aims to explore animal perspectives in fiction by centering narratives around their experiences.
Nicola Dinan: "I Want to Offer Complex Characterisations of Trans People"The protagonist grapples with heteronormativity's impact on personal relationships and identity.
Novelist Eimear McBride: studying method acting taught me how to writeWriting fiction requires more than just words; it's about deeply understanding characters from the inside out.
Paul Yoon on Bringing Animals Into the ForegroundThe author aims to explore animal perspectives in fiction by centering narratives around their experiences.
A Quiet Evening by Norman Lewis review they don't make travel writers like this any moreNorman Lewis's unique writing process involved a meticulous layering of notes, reflecting his adventurous life and introspective literary approach.
Richard Price: I don't like to write, I just don't it's too much anxiety'Richard Price took 17 years to write his new novel, Lazarus Man, to authentically capture Harlem's nuance. He addresses modern writing sensitivities.
Science fiction writer Ted Chiang wins PEN/Malamud PrizeTed Chiang's slow writing process results in deeply insightful science fiction that explores human experiences in the face of existential questions.
Writer Ted Chiang on AI and grappling with big ideasTed Chiang values deep philosophical questions in his writing, despite wishing he could produce work more quickly.
Science fiction writer Ted Chiang wins PEN/Malamud PrizeTed Chiang's slow writing process results in deeply insightful science fiction that explores human experiences in the face of existential questions.
Writer Ted Chiang on AI and grappling with big ideasTed Chiang values deep philosophical questions in his writing, despite wishing he could produce work more quickly.
It's got everything you want, plus dragons': Brandon Sanderson on the joy of writing fantasyBrandon Sanderson's dedication to quality storytelling reflects in his extensive writing process and the anticipated release of 'Wind and Truth'.
Digested week: The era of the big night out is over. Finally a world remade to suit meThe author grapples with the struggles of recording their own audiobook, reflecting on their writing and the evolving social trends in nightlife.
It was 'great relief' for Haruki Murakami to finish his latest novelHaruki Murakami revisits and rewrites a decades-old novella with 'The City and its Uncertain Walls,' blending past themes with contemporary reflections.
How Jonathan Franzen Learned to Write a Franzen NovelJonathan Franzen's journal from 1998 reveals his intense struggle and introspection during the writing of 'The Corrections.'
It was 'great relief' for Haruki Murakami to finish his latest novelHaruki Murakami revisits and rewrites a decades-old novella with 'The City and its Uncertain Walls,' blending past themes with contemporary reflections.
How Jonathan Franzen Learned to Write a Franzen NovelJonathan Franzen's journal from 1998 reveals his intense struggle and introspection during the writing of 'The Corrections.'
Haruki Murakami: My books have been criticised so much over the years, I don't pay much attention'The author revisited and rewrote a novella from 1980 to better reflect its important themes, reflecting on their growth as a writer.
One of Fiction's Most Popular Detectives Finally Has His Own TV Show. It Nails His Appeal.The memoir lacks sufficient personal insight into James Patterson's life and his iconic character, Alex Cross.
I'll never forgive or forget' Griffin Dunne on the darkness that overtook his gilded Hollywood upbringingGriffin Dunne wrote a memoir that unexpectedly turned into a deeper exploration of a family tragedy.
One of Fiction's Most Popular Detectives Finally Has His Own TV Show. It Nails His Appeal.The memoir lacks sufficient personal insight into James Patterson's life and his iconic character, Alex Cross.
I'll never forgive or forget' Griffin Dunne on the darkness that overtook his gilded Hollywood upbringingGriffin Dunne wrote a memoir that unexpectedly turned into a deeper exploration of a family tragedy.
Ann Patchett finds bits of Catholicism and America appalling: 'But I am those things'Ann Patchett embraces vulnerability by publishing an annotated version of her acclaimed novel 'Bel Canto', reflecting on her writing journey.
Midnight Oil: Three thoughts following Oregon State's loss to San Jose StateThe empty stadium signifies a reflective moment amidst chaotic thoughts and uncertain outcomes.
Novelist Rumaan Alam: A lot of people have secret money it can make you crazy with envy'Rumaan Alam's novel writing process thrives through discipline, as he balances parenting and creativity during late-night hours.
Author talked to pilots about a Worst Case Scenario.' It's terrifyingT.J. Newman transforms aviation fears into gripping thrillers that reflect real-world dangers and ethical dilemmas faced by pilots.
The Author Of 'Red, White & Royal Blue' Wrote Their New Novel On An Elvish KeyboardTrusting the writing process and immersing in characters' worlds led to success for Casey McQuiston.
Why you should write a book early in your academic career (opinion)Writing the first book, even when not required for tenure, offers freedom to shape one's career.
Making of a Poem: Patty Nash on "Metropolitan" - The Paris ReviewPoet discusses the process and inspiration behind their poem.
Anne Enright: Give me Moby-Dick over Persuasion anytime'Anne Enright's latest novel 'The Wren, the Wren' follows the daughter and granddaughter of a fictitious Irish poet, blending poetry and storytelling in a unique narrative.
Getting a book idea feels like a buzz in the head': Paul Auster a life in quotesThe physical act of writing with a pen is a tactile and primitive experience, while using a keyboard can feel intimidating and less connected.
Roddy Doyle on How an Idea Makes It to the PageThe idea for 'The Buggy' story originated from seeing a baby buggy on a beach, sparking the premise for the narrative.