Here are the top writing advice websites as identified in the 25th Annual 101 Best Websites from the May/June 2023 issue of Writer's Digest.
1. Career Authors
Rotating among six working authors, literary agents, and editors who share their expertise and experiences, find advice about the craft of writing, publishing business, marketing, the writer’s life, and specific genres. Occasional guest posts by other industry professionals ensure a wide range of topics are covered.
2. DIY MFA
Created by Gabriela Pereira after getting a traditional MFA, DIY MFA offers writing advice and an online community with a goal of proving that “writing belongs to everybody,” not just those who can afford an expensive degree on a university’s timeline. Listen to the podcast, read the articles, or click “Writer Igniter” for randomized writing prompts.
3. Fight Write
Make the fight scenes, action, and injuries in your book as realistic as possible with the help of Carla Hoch, a writer and fighter trained in at least 10 different fighting styles. Read the blog where she covers weapons of opportunity, autopsies, fight locations, and more.
4. Fox Print Editorial*
With over 25 years of industry experience, Tiffany Yates Martin has made it her mission to support and empower authors. From paid courses to free blog posts about everything from learning to revise yourself or look for a professional editor to hire, Fox Print Editorial has the elements you need to create your own success.
5. Helping Writers Become Authors
Turn that manuscript into a published novel with the guidance from author K. M. Weiland’s Helping Writers Become Authors, featuring a full scope of writing and publishing resources to help writers achieve their ultimate goals.
6. Nathan Bransford Blog
Author and former literary agent Nathan Bransford offers a blog for writers to help them achieve their writing and publishing goals. With over a decade of practical publishing experience, the blog is separated into more than 20 topics that range from writing a query letter, marketing your book, navigating social media, and more.
7. The Creative Penn
Author Joanna Penn’s The Creative Penn is a multi-platform opportunity for writers to access writing advice, from a blog, podcasts, writing courses, and more—all of which focuses on writing, self-publishing, book marketing, and how to make a living by writing.
8. The Manuscript Academy
With the goal of being “the happiest place in publishing,” The Manuscript Academy is a membership-based community dedicated to bringing classes, consultations with editors and agents, opportunities for other members critique your work, and all-around support for writers, no matter their career goals.
9. Writer Unboxed
Founded in 2006 by Kathleen Bolton and Therese Walsh, Writer Unboxed seeks to empower writers about the craft and business of fiction by offering daily publishing insight from editors, bestselling authors, literary agents, and more.
10. Writers Helping Writers
Level up your fiction with Writers Helping Writers, where Angela Ackerman, Becca Puglisi, and Mindy Alyse Weiss share tools and resources with writers, educators, and teachers, plus a blog with subjects including building suspense with secrets, organizing your story idea, overcoming fear of criticism, and more.
11. Writing Mastery Academy*
Founded by Jessica Brody, the international bestselling author of more than 20 novels, the Writing Mastery Academy hosts a free blog dedicated to sharing tips, tricks, and strategies for fiction writers. Paid membership provides access to recorded classes, live webinars, the Writing Mastery Community, and more.
About Amy Jones
Amy Jones is the Editor-in-Chief of Writer’s Digest and was the managing content director for WD Books. She is the editor of the Novel and Short Story Writer's Market and Children's Writer's and Illustrator's Market. Prior to joining the WD team, Amy was the managing editor for North Light Books and IMPACT Books. Like most WD staffers, Amy is a voracious reader and has a particular interest in literary fiction, historical fiction, steamy romance, and page-turning mysteries. When she’s not reading, Amy can be found daydreaming about Italy or volunteering at her local no-kill cat shelter. Find Amy on Twitter @AmyMJones_5.
