Hello, Dear Writers, For this month’s Throwback Tuesday, we’re revisiting a thoughtful craft reflection from longtime PPW member Debbie Meldrum—one sparked by Emma Donoghue’s unforgettable novel Room. Debbie digs into what storytellers can learn from the book’s bold point of view, emotional complexity, and meticulous research, offering insights that remain […]

by Steve Posner You’ve finished!  You wrote a genuinely creative novel.  Your beta readers adore it.  It’s time to send it out into the world, but— Uh oh.  What genre does it belong to? The Horror Before I go further, let’s recognize that genre is not the sole reason that […]

Hooray for Jean Alfieri! Her newest book, ZUGGY THE RESCUE PUG – PAWS FOR FUN, released March 2026. Colorado’s favorite rescue pug celebrates TEN years of easy-reader rhymers for kids. Zuggy’s latest book is available now on Amazon and enjoyed a launch at King Soopers in Falcon. ABOUT THE BOOK: […]

By Jenny Kate, Founder Writer Nation & PPWC Director Social media moves fast, and for fiction authors, it’s no longer just a place to post book links and hope for the best. Readers want connection, authenticity, and immersive experiences. And the platforms themselves are rewarding creators who deliver exactly that. […]