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There Are No Rules
by Jane Friedman
Get on the cutting edge of today's publishing trends and how authors can succeed in a world of fast-paced technological change, guided by Jane Friedman, publisher and editorial director of the Writer's Digest community. You'll get an inside look at the work, play, and passion of the publishing business and find practical tools for success.

Poetic Asides
by Robert Lee Brewer
Published poet Robert Lee Brewer blogs on issues affecting poets from the poet's perspective. As the editor of Writer's Market, Brewer also shares insights on the publishing industry, especially as it relates to poetry and the poetry markets. He also explains poetic forms, interviews other published poets, and provides the occasional poetry prompt.

Questions & Quandaries
by Brian A. Klems
Don't know the difference between "who" and "whom"? Facing an ethical dilemma about accepting gifts from subjects? Let the informative (and humorous) columnist Brian A. Klems answer some of your most pressing grammatical, ethical, business and writing-related questions. Check out his advice and don't hesitate to ask a question—your writing career will thank you.

Script Notes
by Chad Gervich
"Script Notes" explores the craft and business of writing for film, television and new media. TV producer Chad Gervich takes a look at the latest Hollywood developments and what they mean for writers. He'll also incorporate interviews and advice from some of the industry's top players, from agents and execs to writers, directors and producers.

Guide to Literary Agents blog
by Chuck Sambuchino
GLA Editor Chuck Sambuchino keeps track of all news related to literary agents and writing conferences on his blog. Common features include agent interviews, new agency listings, agency profiles, upcoming conferences of interest, contests and other publishing opportunities, valuable writing resources, submission tips and information, and a blogroll of other agent blogs.

Promptly
by Zachary Petit
Writer's Digest Managing Editor Zachary Petit helps get your creative juices flowing with Promptly,  a writing prompt-driven community that aims to get your pen moving and keep it that way. Posts appear every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, offering flash-fiction prompts, activities and maybe even some Q&As—in addition to some positive reinforcement.

Alice's CWIM Blog
by Alice Pope
Alice Pope, longtime editor of Children's Writer's & Illustrator's Market, offers not-quite-daily news and musings about the world of children's books and children's book publishing. The blog features news, announcements, interviews, links to other children's publishing resources, CWIM excerpts, reports from conferences and events and more.

Adventures in Writing and Editing
by Scott Francis
Writer's Digest Books Editor Scott Francis and former author of The M-Word marketing blog shares his experiences as a writer working in publishing in his "SeeScottWrite" blog. Gain insight into the editorial process and get tips and advice to help you navigate the publishing industry.

MFA Confidential
by Kate Monahan
Get the real inside story on life inside a creative writing graduate program through the eyes of New School University fiction-writing student Kate Monahan, the winner of WD’s MFA Confidential contest for the 2009-2010 school year.

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The Writer's Perspective
Former WD Editor Maria Schneider joins the blogosphere with "The Writer's Perspective," a blog dedicated to the publishing industry and other writing-related news. She'll keep you up-to-date on the writing essentials, all while providing links that might be interest you and commentaries on the industry's hottest topics. Stop by for a visit.
Maria Schneider

Living with the M-Word
Promoting your writing doesn't have to be drudgery. Scott Francis, Marketing Manager for F+W Publications/Writer's Digest Books, offers marketing and publicity tips, advice based on his daily interactions with working authors, and ideas for achieving balance between the business and creative aspects of your craft.
Scott Francis

This Writer's Life
Everyone's favorite MFA student, our "Writer's Life" columnist Kevin Alexander gives his witty take on starting a writing career. Join in his often amusing, occasionally heartfelt experiences trying to get a leg up in this challenging field. Kevin will be posting to his blog weekly so sign up for an e-mail alert for his latest musings.
Kevin Alexander