Writing Archive

Information, advice, and observations on the writing of fiction.

Spelling: email vs. e-mail

A look at the continuing controversy over the spelling of email (or e-mail). >>

Irregardless is a horrible little word that nobody loves...but should we re-evaluate it? >>

A selection of books that are indispensable to writers. >>

The complex problems that come up when naming characters. >>

A look at a piece of overheard dialogue between a mother and her son, and how strangely people speak in real life. >>