Digital Issue: Writing Basics

Start Writing Now BUILDING BLOCKS 8 Ways to Write the Perfect Chapter One Those first few pages have an important job: to whet your readers' appetites for more. Here's how to make sure your opening chapter delivers. by Elizabeth Sims The Writer's Rulebook Exposed Is it always better to show than tell? Do you really have to write every day? Experts prove there's merit in both playing by the book and staging a writing rebellion. compiled by Jessica Strawser & Zachary Petit How to Choose the Best Outline Method for You An outline is like a recipe—it forces you to focus on the basic ingredients but allows you to add your own touches as you move along. Try these outline techniques to serve up your best stories yet. by Sarah Domet Your Biggest Writing Questions Answered Writer's Digest columnist Brian A. Klems answers some of your most pressing grammatical, ethical, business and other writing-related questions. Check out his advice—your writing career will t Discounted at only: US$ 5.99