This blog’s author is a self-described “cruciverbalist,” which Merriam Webster defines as “a person skillful in creating or solving crossword puzzles.” The site offers themed lists of exotic and antique words.
Two decades ago, Kurt Vonnegut theorized that all stories fall into a limited set of story arcs. Now, computer scientists at the University of Vermont have done the data analysis to back Vonnegut up.
In a British op-ed, Naomi Alderman argues that audiences are missing some of the great narratives of our age: stories found in video games such as “Kentucky Route Zero” and “Passage.”
Stop spitting words like a palooka! Use this online reference to pen noir dialogue that would make the masters proud.
Though Grahl’s self-promoting adverts can be off-putting, he offers wise words on developing a skill authors often lack: time management.
If you can get past the dated site design, you’ll find this group blog of 29 authors has an informative “How-To” section (linked here) covering topics like copyright law, paying (or not) taxes on book earnings, and commissioning cover designs.
Looking for a quick way to spot-check ePub versions of your work-in-progress without having to download a standalone app? This Firefox plug-in may fit the bill. (I mean, you know…assuming anyone out there still uses Firefox.)
