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David Mitchell: Advice to a Young Writer

David Mitchell: Advice to a Young Writer

Brilliantly Bad Originality is Better Than Competent Mimicry

By Literary Hub | November 18, 2015

Sheila Heti on the Woman Who Changed Her Life

Sheila Heti on the Woman Who Changed Her Life

At 17, Alone in the Wilds of the City

By Sheila Heti | November 12, 2015

After Goodbye to All That,  Hello Pittsburgh

After Goodbye to All That, Hello Pittsburgh

On creating a literary community outside of New York City

By Katie Kurtzman | November 12, 2015

Rick Moody is Now a Life Coach

Rick Moody is Now a Life Coach

From Unreconstructed Cynicism to Deep and Generous Sympathy for All

By Rick Moody | November 9, 2015

What Do Writers Owe Readers?

What Do Writers Owe Readers?

When the Digital Mailbag Gets Too Full

By Kate Tuttle | November 2, 2015

When Andre Agassi Made Me a Woman (and a Writer)

When Andre Agassi Made Me a Woman (and a Writer)

Marie-Helene Bertino on the Literary Life Lessons of the Hardcourt

By Marie-Helene Bertino | October 29, 2015

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Why Teaching (Writing) Matters: A Full Confession

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On the Oddness of Seeing Your Friend Portrayed Onscreen

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A Writing Lesson from Ursula K. Le Guin

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Writing Across the Landscape

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Songs for the Road: A Book Tour Playlist

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