Site explores the craft of writing through reviews of popular movies, books and plays.

Advice and help for beginning and experienced fiction writers on writing fiction and getting published, including contests, competitions, exercises, and articles on improving your writing.

Practical advice to new writers of science fiction and other genres as well.

Character development for fiction writers.

Apryl Duncan's articles, reviewed links, email newsletter and discussion forum for fiction writers.

An international organization promoting science fiction, fantasy, and horror written by women. Includes descriptions and reviews, online newsletter, and advice for new writers.

For writers interested in creating living, breathing and dynamic characters.

An on-line workshop and critique group for serious writers of Science Fiction and Fantasy, or Horror.

Instruction on characterization, plot, structure, language, dialogue, how to get published, and other topics of interest to fiction writers. Includes recommended reading and links to other sites.

Includes a newsletter, message board and writing tips for the fiction and non-fiction writer.

A 30 part short story writing course.

A free, annotated directory of 1300 literary agents, editors and publishers in the US, UK and Canada.

Tips and advice on getting published, articles on the craft and business of writing, current paying market listings, free ebook downloads, author interviews, lots of writer's resources.

A membership-based service featuring newsletters, a mentoring program and critiques. Also public writer's chat and message board.

Fiction Writers Anonymous provides news and information for writers at all stages of their careers. Newsletter or free email list.

This page contains valuable articles for beginning writers, along with good advice on publishing and links to literary agents. A no-nonsense, nuts-and-bolts guide, easily navigable.

Directory to fiction writing articles.

Post your writing in the showcase, read book reviews, write your favorite author, take a writing workshop. Two free newsletters, one for writers and one for readers.

For fiction writers covering news on fiction books, writing events, and jobs for creative writers.

Small press directory, writing tips, competition listings, literary agents, editorial services, writers' forum, writing links, geared to fiction and poetry writers.

For serious writers of flash fiction (sudden, fast, micro, postcard fiction). Submit one manuscript each month and critique 4 to stay active.

Cooperative of WWW writers in science fiction, horror, and fantasy works. Online workshop.

Indian novel after Arundhathi Roy's 'The God of Small Things.' Synopsis and sample chapters.

Sources recommended by a professor who specializes in the study of fiction writing.

Describes the life cycle of a character and how writers can make characters live and breathe.