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The Writer

May 01 2023
Magazine

Since 1887 The Writer has provided the motivation, writing techniques, expert tips and compelling author insights that turn good writing into great writing. We’ll help you become a better writer, find markets for your work, understand the business of writing, follow industry news and trends, reach your goals, and more!

The Writer

Prologue

The Best Advice On Writing

So you want to record an audiobook? • Take it from the experts: Recording an audiobook is not the time for DIY.

Upcoming Calls for Submissions

How to make your procrastination work for you • Understanding the source of procrastination and how to turn it inside out.

Broadening the Bookshelves • This month, we’re focusing on literature by veterans.

Getting to know literature by veterans

Talk to the Practitioner: Charlie Gilkey

The Nightstand

INTO THE LIGHT • WHAT LESSONS ARE LEARNED WHEN A VETERAN WRITER TAKES ON PLAYWRITING FOR THE FIRST TIME?

AN ANTIDOTE FOR WRITER’S DISEASE • The insidious effects of writer’s envy bleed you of motivation, time, and confidence. Here are seven strategies to help you eradicate the disease.

DEALING WITH ENVY

ERIC MAISEL ON ENVY

Seize the day • STRATEGIES TO HELP YOU FIND THE TIME YOU NEED TO BE THE WRITER YOU TRULY WANT TO BE.

MAKING THE SCENE • How to draw your readers into your characters’ world — and always leave them wanting more.

TIPS FROM THE PROS

Postscript

THE MONTH AHEAD

By the rules

Gigi Will Know


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Frequency: One time Pages: 52 Publisher: Madavor Media, LLC Edition: May 01 2023

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  • Release date: March 25, 2023

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English

Since 1887 The Writer has provided the motivation, writing techniques, expert tips and compelling author insights that turn good writing into great writing. We’ll help you become a better writer, find markets for your work, understand the business of writing, follow industry news and trends, reach your goals, and more!

The Writer

Prologue

The Best Advice On Writing

So you want to record an audiobook? • Take it from the experts: Recording an audiobook is not the time for DIY.

Upcoming Calls for Submissions

How to make your procrastination work for you • Understanding the source of procrastination and how to turn it inside out.

Broadening the Bookshelves • This month, we’re focusing on literature by veterans.

Getting to know literature by veterans

Talk to the Practitioner: Charlie Gilkey

The Nightstand

INTO THE LIGHT • WHAT LESSONS ARE LEARNED WHEN A VETERAN WRITER TAKES ON PLAYWRITING FOR THE FIRST TIME?

AN ANTIDOTE FOR WRITER’S DISEASE • The insidious effects of writer’s envy bleed you of motivation, time, and confidence. Here are seven strategies to help you eradicate the disease.

DEALING WITH ENVY

ERIC MAISEL ON ENVY

Seize the day • STRATEGIES TO HELP YOU FIND THE TIME YOU NEED TO BE THE WRITER YOU TRULY WANT TO BE.

MAKING THE SCENE • How to draw your readers into your characters’ world — and always leave them wanting more.

TIPS FROM THE PROS

Postscript

THE MONTH AHEAD

By the rules

Gigi Will Know


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