This is not a book for the brand-new writer, or for most student writers approaching the blank page for the first time. But it IS the single most honest volume about what it takes — in the real world ...

Jess Lourey writes thrillers, a career she embarked on under doctor’s orders. Here’s the Minneapolis author’s quick description: “In the late ’90s, I was teaching full time. Teaching English. I had a ...

More than 80% of Americans say they want to write a book. According to a study of 2,000 aspiring writers, more than half claim to have a good idea for a novel, yet only 15 percent have started writing ...

Scholastic research shows that humor in books is the top characteristic kids look for when making their reading selections. According to the Scholastic Kids & Family Reading Report, more than 50 ...

Many people want to write a book, but few actually do it because of how difficult the process can be. I’ve interviewed thousands of business professionals and thought leaders about their books, and ...

One of the easiest ways of convincing kids of the joy of reading is to read funny books. Funny books help instill a positive impression about books and reading, assist in diffusing the difficulties ...

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On a special episode (first released on May 25, 2025) of The Excerpt podcast: Nationally-syndicated humor columnist Dave Barry's memoir chronicles his life mostly spent joking around. Hit play on the ...

What if writing a book no longer required months of painstaking effort, late nights, and endless rewrites? Imagine crafting an entire manuscript—complete with polished prose, cohesive structure, and ...

There are two main publishing paths: traditional publishing and self-publishing. Each has its pros and cons. Books have a timeless nature to them. Long after you’ve retired from active business, your ...