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Sally Wen Mao, Hanif Abdurraqib, Morgan Parker, Esmé Weijun Wang, Ross Gay, Yiyun Li, and Chigozie Obioma share their thoughts about creativity, the transformative power of writing, and the infinite potential of the literary imagination.
Ten poets whose first books were published in 2018, including Justin Phillip Reed and Tiana Clark, share their inspirations, processes, writer’s block remedies, and paths to publication.
With the rise of platforms like Submittable, it’s easier than ever for writers to submit work to magazines—but the slush piles keep getting bigger.
An author seeks advice from an agent and an Authors Guild representative about what to know before signing a contract—and how to identify and address questionable terms.
More than a dozen writers and editors offer insight on how literary journals can effectively develop and maintain inclusive publishing practices to open the door to diverse readers and writers.
A new low-residency MFA program makes diversity its mission.
Eight recent graduates from MFA programs across the U.S. offer advice on applying, choosing, financing, attending, and completing a graduate writing program.
A guide to 158 full-residency and 64 low-residency programs in creative writing, plus questions to consider before you apply.
A writing teacher proposes a new way to approach workshops—without the language of “good” or “bad.”
Why do you want an MFA? Important questions to ask yourself before you apply.
