Inspiring Connections for Writers
Inspiring connections for writers include connecting with role models, fellow writers, and writing instructors. Discover how networking can lead to writing success.
Where Do You Get Your Inspiration for Writing ? | IFW
Writers are often asked where they get their inspiration. The key to getting inspiration for writing is less about finding it and more about recognizing it.
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Do you need inspiration to write or does the act of writing bring inspiration? Victoria Sherrow shares how your writing process can inspire you to write a novel or story.
Finding Inspiration: How To Get Inspired To Write | IFW
Having trouble finding inspiration to write? Jan Fields shares how to get inspiration and motivation to start writing. Dive in now!
How to Find Killer Ideas for Your Novel -IFW Writing Contest
A novel idea can give you an advantage in writing your novel and also in getting it published. Let’s talk about how to find killer ideas for your novel.
Types and Topics: Nonfiction That Doesn’t Get Old | IFW
A look at magazines published one, five, ten, and twenty or more years ago will reveal the same categories of nonfiction and many of the same topics. Why? Because they address universal needs and aim to help readers improve their lives.
NaNoWriMo Success – Get Past the Slump | IFW
226: NaNoWriMo Success – Get Past the Slump
November 13, 2020
Where Do You Get Your Ideas?
Ideas can come from many different directions, so we’re going to look as some of the ways ideas spring up so that you can try them for your own writing.
186: Caldecott Bonus – Andrea J. Loney
186: Caldecott Bonus – Andrea J. Loney
February 7, 2020
179: Failure is Proof of Effort
178: Revision Power Tips
December 14, 2019
Asking Questions
You know that tiring toddler stage where your child asks questions and never stops? Poke your inner toddler and stir your curiosity. Dive in to read more!
Being Inspired by Everyday Objects – Institute for Writers
154: Being Inspired by Everyday Objects
June 21, 2019
Characters Inspired by Real Life – Institute for Writers
153: Characters Inspired by Real Life
June 14, 2019
152: An Interview with Jerry Craft
152: An Interview with Jerry Craft
June 7, 2019
146: 9 Tips to Keep You Unstuck
146: 9 Tips to Keep You Unstuck
April 26, 2019
145: Writing Off the Beaten Path
145: Writing Off the Beaten Path
April 19, 2019
143: Picture Book Author Andrea J. Loney
143: Interview with Picture Book Author Andrea J. Loney
April 10, 2019
Pre-Made Inspirations for Your Characters | IFW
142: Pre-Made Inspirations for Your Characters
March 29, 2019
Creating Characters Inspired by Real Kids | IFW
139: Creating Characters Inspired by Real Kids
March 8, 2019
138: Interview with Leslie Connor
138: Interview with Leslie Connor
March 1, 2019
