The Writer’s Digest, established in 1920, is a periodical (and now website) made by writing and publishing professionals. It contains articles on everything from improving characterization in fiction to maintaining a healthy writing-life balance. Because it’s a periodical, the Digest stays current and will give you up-to-date advice on the current writing trends and markets.
Professional authors and publishers write most of the articles included in the magazine, ensuring that they’re high-quality and pertinent to budding authors. At less than $20 per year for a subscription, and offering plenty of free information on their website, the Digest is a worthwhile resource.
Tips:
-Be sure to make use of the Digest website’s many supplemental resources. These include a forum for those with an account (don’t worry, it’s free to make one), as well as online webinars about writing under their “Education” tab.
-Be aware that there are many different authors included in the Digest, and they may offer clashing opinions. Use the advice that works best for you – don’t worry about following all of it.