Writing & Translation

Complex characters mirror real-life humans in their contradictions of inner light and dark. As writers, it is our job to create these contrasts in ways that become cohesive and thematically meaningful. One of the simplest—and most effective—ways to do this is to explore shadow theory. In last...

AI writing tools have taken the world by storm and are a large topic of debate. Whether you are eager about this new stage of writing capabilities, worried about your own work, or concerned over the ethical implications of AI writing tools, writing by artificial intelligence is a very present part...

When it comes to making a career as a writer, you have probably come across Substack as an option. Substack is an online platform that lets writers publish their work while also offering subscriptions so they can make money in the process. For writers looking to make extra money or find a way to...

Complex characters are the beating heart of good fiction. The simplest and most effective ways to engineer this complexity is to create contrast, and one of the most intuitive tools a writer can use for identifying which contrasting elements are organic to any given character or story situation...

Every so often, I will hear someone say, “It’s just a story.” Most often, I hear this said in situations in which a story is being critiqued. In response to comments that a story failed to reach its potential because it lacked theme or plot structure or strong characterization, a person might...

If you have been interested in becoming a copyeditor, you might have wondered if it is worth it to get any copyediting certificates. Afterall, certificates can be cheaper than going back to school to get your degree in writing. It can also give you enough confidence to start to apply to jobs or do...