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Writing for the Web - http://www.useit.com/papers/webwriting/
Research on how users read on the Web and how authors should write their Web pages. Mainly based on studies by John Morkes and Jakob Nielsen. Includes links to other resources on the subject. |
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Revising Prose - http://www.rpi.edu/dept/llc/writecenter/web/revise.html
Suggestions, with good and bad examples of each. |
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E-gineer: Web Writing for Many Interest Levels - http://www.e-gineer.com/articles/web-writing-for-many-interest-levels.phtml
Article by Nathan Wallace on structuring web content to satisfy all readers, regardless of their level of interest. |
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The Vocabula Review (TVR) - http://www.vocabula.com/
Monthly, free journal. Articles discuss how to battle nonstandard, careless English and embrace clear, expressive English. |
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SFWA: Articles on Writing - http://www.sfwa.org/writing/
From Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. volunteers. Pointers on manuscript preparation and critiquing. |
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Funds for Writers - http://www.fundsforwriters.com
Sources of grants, fellowships, contests, awards, markets and nonprofit partners. |
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Ivan Hoffman: Articles for Writers and Publishers - http://www.ivanhoffman.com/helpful.html
Articles concerning the law, geared to writers and publishers. By Ivan Hoffman, B.A., J.D. Attorney at Law. |
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Ivan Hoffman, Attorney at Law - http://www.ivanhoffman.com
Internet and Intellectual Property. Articles discuss writers' legal issues and publishing on the Net. |
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Hot Text: Web Writing That Works - http://www.webwritingthatworks.com/
Articles from trainer-writer team Jonathan and Lisa Price. Incorporating research on usability, readability, reading comprehension, and writing methods. |
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Tips, Tools and Ideas to Improve Writing - http://www.aci-plus.com/tips/
Includes tips for writers and students, grammar helps, and a guide to online resources. |
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William Safire's Rules for Writers - http://www.chem.gla.ac.uk/protein/pert/safire.rules.html
Witty tips. |
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Suite101: Resources for Writers - http://resourcesforwriters.suite101.com/
Amy Krug gives resources for writers, including writing books, writing advice, and publishing advice. |
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Forward Motion - http://fmwriters.com/
Articles, workshops, large free writers' community, publication how-to's and discussions, free e-books and bi-monthly e-zine. From full-time novelist Holly Lisle. |
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Ian McMillan's Writing Lab - http://www.open2.net/writing/index.html
Insight into the creative writing process, including tips for nurturing your inner writer. |
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Writer Beware - http://www.sfwa.org/beware/
Variety of articles on literary schemes and deceptions, information on how to recognize them, advice on how to avoid them, and links to useful online resources. |
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How to Get Happily Published - http://www.happilypublished.com/
Sensible solutions to get books into the hands of readers. |
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Writing Tips, How-To's - http://www.knowledgehound.com/topics/writing.htm
Knowledge Hound. Links to how-to guides, tutorials and tips on novels, plot, poetry, fiction, non-fiction, screenwriting, comics, business and research writing. |
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Angela Harms: Writers' Resources - http://www.angelaharms.com
Editor provides information and book reviews about writing, grammar, publishing, and self-editing. |
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Judy Reeves - http://www.judyreeveswriter.com
Free writing prompts, how to work in a writing group, writing practice importance, writer inspiration, senses, attracting the muse, revisions, writers' guidelines, taking risks, help for the writer. |
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How to Reach Writing Success - http://www.yudkin.com/publish.htm
Collection of links to articles that give free advice on getting published and making a living as a writer. From Marcia Yudkin, author, syndicated columnist, public radio commentator, and writing coach. |
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Erica Jong's Tips for Writers - http://www.ericajong.com/tipswriters.htm
Weekly bits of advice. |
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Starving Artists Law - http://www.starvingartistslaw.com/
Launch pad for artists and writers looking for self help legal information. The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. Free or low-fee representation for low-income writers, only US lawyers are listed here. |
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Writing in Flow - http://www.bunnyape.com
Contains pages of excerpts from Los Angeles Times Bestseller, Writing in Flow. Also links to other sources. |
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Victory Page for Writers of Fiction - http://www.crayne.com/
Original articles by Victory Crayne. Links to resources, search tools and motivational articles. |
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The Fearless Publishing Guide - http://www.fearlessbooks.com/PublishingGuide.html
A free overview of the main routes to publication, mainstream and alternative, with many helpful links. |
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WriteDirections - http://www.writedirections.com
Online resources and articles by Beth Mende Conny. |
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Get Into It - http://www.sff.net/People/LisaRC/into2.htm
Deals specifically with writer's block. Includes advice, resources, exercises. |
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Wordwrights Canada: Literary Editing and Publishing - http://www3.sympatico.ca/susanio/WWC.html
Wordwrights Canada also helps with student resources, and links. For the Canadian writer. |
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Writing for the Web - http://wdvl.com/Internet/Writing/
Article containing guidelines and tips for writing articles, tutorials, white or green papers, online magazines, corporate and educational Web sites. From Web Developers Virtual Library. |
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OrganizedWriter.com provides tools for the business of writing. - http://www.organizedwriter.com
Provides tips, tools and resources to help writers get organized and write more. |
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Monica Wood- Tips for Writers - http://www.monicawood.com/tips.html
Monica Wood is a novelist and short-story writer who teaches fiction workshops. This page is updated monthly. Also has information about her books. |
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Publishing in the Northwest - http://www.open-spaces.com/article-v2n3-publishing.php
A collection of resources for publishing non-fiction in the Northwest, with descriptions of small publishers. From Open Spaces Quarterly. |
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Inspiration for Writers - http://www.inspirationforwriters.com/
Writing tips and techniques, editing and critiquing services, and plenty of encouragement. |
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OurSimpleJoys: Writing - http://www.oursimplejoys.com/writing.html
Tips and advice from Ruby Bayan, freelance writer, editor, and site designer. |
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How to Tell if a New or Small Press is Legitimate - http://www.write4kids.com/legit.html
Ways to check out a publisher before signing a contract. |
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Harold Underdown's Frequently Asked Questions File - http://www.underdown.org/hdufaq.htm
General questions about children's books, writing, and publishing. Copyright 1996-2000 Harold D. Underdown. |
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Marketing and Self-Promotion - http://www.twilighttimes.com/ACooper4a.html
Twilight Times - Astrid Cooper. |
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Getting Published in America - http://www.spark-online.com/august00/media/farnum.html
Inspirational article for the new millennium. |
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The Pen and Sword - http://homepages.paradise.net.nz/~pip/writing.html#block
A tidy collection of tips, help, quotes, inspiration and advice, beginning with overcoming writer's block. |
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Storymind Writer's Web Site - http://storymind.com/dramatica/
Promoting Dramatica story development software; however, there are some useful tips, advice and tutorials presented by the theory co-creator. Free Real Video and Real Audio writing classes, complete 450 page Dramatica theory book online, Dramatica Dictionary, questions and answers, the Lost Theory Book, and classes. |
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The Creative Cauldron - http://www.creativecauldron.com
Articles and links to publishers, artists, conferences, classes and other creative places. |
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Betsie's Literary Page - http://betsie.tripod.com/literary
A place for everyone who loves to write and read stories in book form. Directory of links and articles. |
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Writing Tips for Success - http://www.lifeandcareercoaching.com/writingtips.html
Author and success coach, Kathy Sanborn, provides articles with tips and popular author interviews. |
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Ink - http://www.fontayne.com/ink/
Lists, articles, tips, and links to tips for ink-on-paper writing, vs. e-writing. Opinions are those of The Fontayne Group's writers. |
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Free Articles for Writers - http://www.beaconlit.com/freearticles.htm
Most are available as .PDF files which need Adobe Acrobat. Subjects include writing online, query letters, bios, literary agents, and editors. |
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Common Mistakes in Manuscripts - http://www.webdreamer.com/gross_fiction_mistakes.html
Tips by Gerald Gross, a "book doctor" whose clients are primarily agents and publishers. |
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The Write Stuff, Writing Life - http://www.thewritersplace.com/writestuff/writing_life.htm
Provides resources and features of interest to writers and research professionals. There are sections on grammar and word origins, information about conferences, contests and funding, articles on upgrading a computer and managing the writing life, as well as links to useful sites. |
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Karen Mitura - http://www.karenmitura.com/info/faq.htm
FAQ with information about ghost writing from a ghost writer. |
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Writing Tips Depot: Clause for Alarm - http://www.talewins.com/Alarm.htm
Advice about publishing contracts. Scroll to bottom of page for links to other tips and resources. By Syneca Featherstone. |
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Guide for Amateur Writers of Erotica - http://storiesonline.net/docs/writerguide.php
Includes basic rules and advice on grammar, usage, and mechanics. Informative tips regarding perspective and style. Explains the differences between erotica vs. pornography. |
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Mages Pages - http://www.magespages.com
Articles for writers, both published and not-yet-published. Our community shares knowledge and encouragement through message boards. |
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The Writing Workbench - http://www.writing-workbench.com
Tidbit articles for both fiction and nonfiction writers. |
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Women Writers Block - http://www.womenwritersblock.com/writersaide.htm
Selection of articles to be a writers aide. |
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Linda Acaster Writer, Tutor, Coach - http://www.linda.acaster.btinternet.co.uk
Published UK writer, Linda Acaster, offers tutorials and coaching in short or novel-length fiction and autobiographical life stories. On-site instructional articles and FAQs. |
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How To Get Published And Get Paid For It - http://www.keen.co.uk/categories/categorylist_expand.asp?sid=5277084&TF=1
The craft of writing and the skill of getting published demystified by a writer with over 15 years' experience in the industry. |
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Chronicles Writers' Resource Center - http://hometown.aol.com/greenbla/myhomepage/writing.html
Helpful articles and links from an internet writer about writing and promoting ebooks. |
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Dissertation Workshop - http://www.dissertationworkshop.com/
Helps with dissertation blocks and procrastination difficulties. |
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Margot's Writers' Resources - http://margot.bravepages.com
Links to resources/information for writers and publishers, free-to-use articles by Margot B, writers' and publishers' forum, guest writers. |
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Writer's Block - http://www.geocities.com/zigguratzen/
Basic steps to clustering, free-writing and revising. |
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Wacky Writer's World - http://members.tripod.com/~jogann/index.html
A list of links along with a monthly newsletter which provides in-depth feature articles, interviews with publishing professionals and authors, and market tips. Page was last updated 5/5/99. |
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Writing Advice - http://www.sff.net/people/dan.perez/advice.htm
From Dan Perez, writer and editor. Articles about agents, short story contracts, writer's groups, and discipline. |
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The Fine Line - http://pong.telerama.com/~jthorson/
Occasionally-published author Jenn Thorson shares writing tips, observations, discoveries, online resources, and humor. |
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Ideasfactory: Writing - http://www.ideasfactory.com/writing/index.htm
Channel 4's home of creativity, full of advice, information and tips for making a career in the creative industries. |
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How to Write a Critique of a Novel - http://home.earthlink.net/~jesmith/Writing-critique.html
Walk through the steps required to write a novel critique. |
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Writing in the Age of the Network - http://www.robertfrewat.freeservers.com
Text of ideas about authoring in an age of multi-media: the computer's effect, the book as a media space, and an invitation to respond. |