For Writers

• Save the Cat! Writes a Novel, Jessica Brody

• On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, Stephen King

• The Emotion Thesaurus, Puglisi & Ackerman

• Dear Ally: How Do You Write a Book, Ally Carter

• First Draft Podcast

  • ​Host (and author) Sarah Enni talks to writers and storytellers about their lives, their craft, and how the two overlap. If you’re a new or aspiring writer, learn about the traditional publishing industry by listening to the Track Changes miniseries.

• Deadline City Podcast

  • Hosted by Dhonielle Clayton & Zoraida Córdova, this podcast covers all things writing and deadlines, and is super practical and realistic. ​

• The Manuscript Academy Podcast

  • Hosted by agent Jessica Sinsheimer and writing professor Julie Kinglsey, this podcast features interviews with top agents, editors and authors on the craft, business, and community of publishing. You'll hear lots of stories on how people launched their writing careers and what agents are looking for.​

• Write or Die Podcast

  • Hosted by authors Claribel Ortega & Kat Cho, Write or Die aims to share the real stories about what it takes to become an author – the gritty, infuriating, pull your hair out because it’s been years – stories of writers who didn’t give up despite it all, and are now living out their dream.

• MasterClass

  • ​MasterClass is the streaming platform where anyone can learn from the world's best. Classes can be purchased individually or monthly/yearly subscriptions are available. Recommended classes: Neil Gaiman, Margaret Atwood, & R. L. Stine.

• Manuscript Academy

  • Manuscript Academy offers a huge selection of classes, monthly webinars, and consultations with agents and editors. Paid monthly memberships are also available. If you're close to querying, this might be a good investment.​

• Speakeasy

  • ​Speakeasy offers interactive, online talks led by experts, including agents and authors. 

• Writers Untapped

  • Editor Tiffany White offers almost daily guidance on all things writing and editing.​

• Writers Helping Writers

  • ​Offers writing guides, articles, and resources to help writers succeed.

​All of the following authors offer great advice and craft guidance on their social media and websites.

• Robin LaFevers

• Leigh Bardugo

• Susan Dennard

• Tomi Adeyemi