Hooks That Don’t Let Go: Crafting Irresistible Story Concepts and Beginnings with Erin Swann

Gain tools and tests for crafting compelling stories.

Available to watch right now, completely free.

Free Talk: Providing Room for the Reader — Striking the Balance of Mystery and Clarity

You're invited to a free talk with author, poet, and writing instructor Lauren Oertel.

Available to watch right now, completely free.

35 Magazines Accepting Longer Fiction

These magazines accept fiction of 7,000 words or longer. Most of them accept shorter works as well. They are a mix of literary and genre magazines. Most of them also accept other genres, like nonfiction and poetry. Many, but not all, are open for submissions now. Some of these pay writers. Chatterbox!Their About page says,…

Lake Effect: Now Seeking Submissions

A print publication seeking poetry, fiction, and non-fiction.

73 Publishing, Grant, and Fellowship Opportunities for Historically Underrepresented Writers (October 2026)

Opportunities open to writers of color, LGBTQ+ writers, writers with disabilities, and more.

What Writers Get Wrong About Strong Female Characters

7 stereotypes to watch out for when writing your female characters.