Good novelists create characters who are complex. unique, and have relatable human needs and feelings. Joyce Carol Oates is one of our best contemporary novelists, and has created a host of memorable ...

Writing a book is no small feat. Whether you’re crafting a gripping novel or a thought-provoking non-fiction piece, the process can feel overwhelming—plot holes to fill, characters to flesh out, ...

Jack McCallum talks about the manuscript he recently finished for a novel, and explains why writing the romantic scenes has ...