Gwen E. Kirby’s recent collection Shit Cassandra Saw (Penguin) is filled with lightning-bright characters in unexpected situations. The stories, which have won too many awards to list, span centuries, centering women in their challenges and triumphs. Gwen has a lot to say, and she does so with elegance and wit. Thanks to Gwen for taking […]
School’s out! Happy Summer! It is easy to fall into a pattern of procrastination as a writer, especially when it comes to summer. The writing community here at Voyage is here to help you! Here are some tips and tricks to help make the most out of your summer. Start The hardest part is always […]
Often, a theme is something a writer is exploring in their own life. Writing a book can be a good way to explore those feelings inside a writer. When different characters argue with each other, sometimes it is a reflection of the internal conflict within a writer as they grapple with that theme.
The setting is an integral part of a story. Without it, your characters might as well be in a blank room, and with it, readers’ minds are filled with images of new places, far-off lands, or homes they’ve never entered.
Memoir, with its uniquely intimate access into the personal truths and experiences of the writer, provides a glimpse into the author’s life that feels specific to the genre. Readers unfold awkward childhood memories, lingering regrets, and secret pockets of joy that the writer has welcomed them into. It is, in my opinion, what makes memoir […]
Conflict is one of the most important parts of a novel. It is the source of the story, the way your character grows, and the element that propels the story forward.
How fast does your story move for the reader? Or do you want it to go slower? Are you searching for the balance between the two?
I hope this new book is exactly like the last one I read, said no one ever! What makes the YA literary community so special is our attention to new, diverse, and representational stories.Everyone has a beautiful story to tell, when given the chance. This Pride month is a great time to seek out new […]
Many of our readers are interested in international publishing as well as self-publishing, and Ali’s is an amazing story of success in both.
Many of our readers are interested in international publishing as well as self-publishing, and Ali’s is an amazing story of success in both.
