Free Talk: How to Write a Satisfying Final Act for Your Novel

How to keep readers engaged, ramp up the tension, resolve essential plot points, and give your readers a satisfying end to your story.

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Free Talk: The Power of Titles — Strategies for Choosing the Right Title for Your Stories & Poetry

Practical tools and insights for navigating the surprising complexity of titling your work.

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25 Manuscript Publishers Always Open to Submissions

Some publishers open and close their doors to submissions on a routine basis. It can be hard to determine if they are open or shut to submissions, and when you should submit. The following publishers, however, are always open to submissions from writers without agents or previous publishing experience. All of these publishers meet our…

Ten Manuscript Publishers Open to Direct Submissions in November 2025

Major publishers and small presses open to direct submissions. No agent required.

Barbara: Now Seeking Submissions

A print publisher of poetry and prose.

The Tyranny of “Show, Don’t Tell”

"I hate this rule. I hate it with the fiery rage of a thousand workshop tote bags."