Show Off Writing Contest: Summer Solstice

by Joe Bunting | 164 comments

Once a month, we stop prac­tic­ing and invite you to show off your best work.

Are you inter­ested in being pub­lished (in print)? Would you like to get bet­ter at the writ­ing craft by work­ing with an edi­tor? Do you enjoy a lit­tle friendly com­pe­ti­tion? And are you a fan of The Write Practice?

Then this writ­ing con­test might be for you.

A Historical Case For Why You Should Write Funny

by Joe Bunting | 25 comments

There is an interesting trend in writing today. I’ve noticed it in the contests we host here, in the practices, in many of the books I read, and even, if I’m honest, in my own writing.

Our stories are all very serious and dark.

Our stories are all very serious and dark.

How to Draw Your Characters Out

by Joe Bunting | 49 comments

Submissions for our Show Off Writing Contest: Love Story Edition will close at midnight EST tonight. Make sure you have your pieces in before then. Thank you so much for participating. Every month I'm overwhelmed at the response. Pardon the terrible pun in the title,...