Articles written by Sarah Turner

If you are suffering from writer's block, try changing your writing location. Some places stimulate the mind while others soothe the senses.

May 15, 2009 - Sarah Turner

In this economy, writers are increasingly required to do their own self-promotion work. Impress publishers by bringing your own audience with you.

Apr 30, 2009 - Sarah Turner

Revising your writing before sending it out to editors is essential. Start with general revision and move on to specifics like language, dialogue and punctuation.

Apr 9, 2009 - Sarah Turner

Writing exercises can help train and expand the writing mind. Here are some easy spring writing prompts to get you started.

Mar 20, 2009 - Sarah Turner

It's almost tax time again, and even poorly paid writers have to pay taxes. Claim writing income and keep track of writing expenses to lower your taxes this year.

Mar 12, 2009 - Sarah Turner

Hugo-nominated sci-fi/horror writer Kim Bannerman shares details of her writing routine. She also gives good advice for new writers.

Mar 10, 2009 - Sarah Turner

What little kid doesn't want a pony? Here, with little more than a sock and a piece of dowel, you can create a stick horse that your toddler will love.

Mar 3, 2009 - Sarah Turner

These writing quotes provide hope and guidance for struggling writers. Find advice and words of wisdom in these quotes from the masters like Chekov, Atwood and Twain.

Mar 3, 2009 - Sarah Turner

In 2004, Google began a massive book digitization project. A settlement has been reached to provide compensation to copyright holders. What does this mean for writers?

Feb 13, 2009 - Sarah Turner

Publishers have huge slush piles and hundreds of hopeful novelists hoping to be discovered. Help your novel manuscript stand out - in a good way.

Jan 27, 2009 - Sarah Turner

Looking for a quick and easy gift for a writer? Inspire the novelist with a great book, or surprise the poet with a manuscript consultation.

Dec 19, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Experts, from zookeepers to post officers to chemists, provide the specific details needed to make fiction believable. But where can these experts be found?

Dec 11, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Seventy writers tell stories of public shame in the anthology Mortification, edited by Robin Robertson. Barnes, Hiaasen, and Ondaatje remind us even they're not perfect.

Nov 12, 2008 - Sarah Turner

What do Award-winning chefs and home cooks, cook book authors and famous bloggers worldwide all have in common?

Oct 10, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Every year, a handful of lucky women get to go to Hedgebrook - a rural writer's retreat on peaceful Whidbey Island in Washington State.

Sep 30, 2008 - Sarah Turner

With busy lives it can be hard to find quiet time for writing. These Canadian writing retreats provide a place to write and to connect with other writers.

Aug 20, 2008 - Sarah Turner

With hundred of writing books out there, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Lamott, Goldberg and King and Strunk & White have great books for any writer to read.

Jul 17, 2008 - Sarah Turner

With the hundreds of writings contests out there, how can you spot a contest scam? Asking these questions will help you spot the fake competitions.

Jul 2, 2008 - Sarah Turner

If you want to see your writing in print, why not create a chapbook? These lovely, creative handmade books are becoming increasingly popular in literary communities.

Jun 9, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Western Canada offers a range of courses for writers, from intro level fiction courses to graduate level creative writing programs. UBC and UVic are just two options.

May 29, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Freelance writing can be a lonely and isolating profession. Joining a writers' union helps you build connections with other writers and access information and support.

Apr 15, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Margaret Seltzer (aka Margaret A. Jones) is the author of the latest fake memoir. How did the publishing industry allow this happen?

Mar 22, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Sometimes you stare at the blank page and nothing comes. You need a kick-start. These writing prompts will help you say goodbye to writer's block, hello writing.

Mar 7, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Ariel Gore's new book How to Become a Famous Writer Before You're Dead is a must-read for anyone trying to get their writing out to the world.

Feb 27, 2008 - Sarah Turner

It doesn't take a lot of money or fancy equipment to set up a healthy writing space, but if you don't you may suffer longterm physical consequences.

Feb 13, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Writing groups are a great way to introduce your work and to get feedback on your writing, but they could be holding you back as a writer too.

Feb 8, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Micro-fiction, postcard fiction, flash fiction: whatever you call it, it's a distinct genre and it has its own markets. These places publish stories under 1,000 words.

Jan 30, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Writers are expert procrastinators. These online games are excellent procrastination tools, but will also put your language skills to work.

Jan 22, 2008 - Sarah Turner

A great cover letter will not get your work published, but a bad cover letter will send you straight to the reject pile. Here's how to get editors to read your writing.

Jan 14, 2008 - Sarah Turner

Creative nonfiction is a hard-to-define genre. Also known as narrative nonfiction, personal journalism, and memoir, it is increasingly popular and amazingly diverse.

Jan 9, 2008 - Sarah Turner

This delightful story, based on a real-life male penguin couple at the New York City zoo who raise a baby together, teaches kids that there are all kinds of families.

Dec 17, 2007 - Sarah Turner

Sometimes writing when you have kids feels impossible, but it isn't. Here are some tips on how to be successful both as writer and a mother.

Dec 16, 2007 - Sarah Turner

Looking for great gift ideas for a new mom? Here are some ideas to treat, support and inspire her.

Dec 15, 2007 - Sarah Turner

There are hundreds of writing contests to choose from, with varied topics,word count, genre, and credibility. These listings will help you find the perfect contest.

Dec 11, 2007 - Sarah Turner

If you have joined a writing workshop group but aren't sure how to get started with critiquing another writer's work, here are some pointers to help you out.

Oct 24, 2007 - Sarah Turner

On October 24th supporters around the world will hold protests and candlelight vigils to show their continued support for the people of Burma and leader Aung San Suu Kyi.

Oct 22, 2007 - Sarah Turner

Getting published in literary journals takes research, time and an ability to tolerate rejection. If you've got passion and persistence, give it a try.

Sep 26, 2007 - Sarah Turner

Sure, camping with a baby is a bit more work. But with these ten tips you'll be well on your way to a successful camping trip.

Sep 18, 2007 - Sarah Turner