Resources for Writers

At Lionsgate Literature, we believe that every writer deserves access to support, knowledge, and the right tools to help bring their stories to life. Whether you’re working on your first short story, trying to publish your poetry collection, or submitting personal essays to literary magazines, this page is your guide to the many writing resources, tools, and educational platforms available online.

From books on the craft of writing, online workshops or podcasts and blogs, these resources are here to sharpen your skills and strengthen your creative process. We've gathered links that serve writers at all levels, with a special focus on those preparing work for literary magazine submissions. We will continue to curate and add to this list of the many useful tools for writers that we’ve come across.

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Resources for writers

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View our inspiring workshops, readings, and community events designed for writers and literature lovers.

Resources

📚 Books on Writing

  • On Writing – Stephen King - http://www.amazon.com/On-Writing-Anniversary-Edition-Memoir/dp/1439156816/

  • Bird by Bird – Anne Lamott - http://www.amazon.com/Bird-Some-Instructions-Writing-Life/dp/0385480016/

  • Write, Publish, Repeat – Sean Platt & Johnny B. Truant -http://www.amazon.com/Write-Publish-Repeat-No-Luck-Required-Self-Publishing/dp/1629550140/

  • Writing Tools – Roy Peter Clark - http://www.amazon.com/Writing-Tools-Essential-Strategies-Writer/dp/0316014990/

  • The 90-Day Novel – Alan Watt - http://www.amazon.com/90-Day-Novel-Unlock-story-within/dp/0983141207/

  • Characters & Viewpoint – Orson Scott Card - http://www.amazon.com/Elements-Fiction-Writing-Characters-award-winning/dp/1599632128/

  • Story Physics – Larry Brooks - http://www.amazon.com/Story-Physics-Harnessing-Underlying-Storytelling/dp/1599636891/

  • The Elements of Style – William Strunk Jr. & E.B. White - http://www.amazon.com/The-Elements-Style-Fourth-Edition/dp/020530902X/

  • Smashwords Book Marketing Guide – Mark Coker - http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/305

  • Writing Fiction – Janet Burroway - http://www.amazon.com/Writing-Fiction-Guide-Narrative-Edition/dp/0205750346/

  • Writing for Story – Jonathan Franklin - http://www.amazon.com/Writing-Story-Dramatic-Nonfiction-Reference/dp/0452272955/
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🧠 Writing Tips, Blogs & Resources

Major Writing Blogs & Platforms:

YouTube & Authortube Creators:

Author Blogs & Craft Resources:

Guides, and Communities:

Curtis Brown Creative – http://www.curtisbrowncreative.co.uk/blog/

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🎧 Podcasts for Writers

  • Writing Excuses - http://www.writingexcuses.com/

  • The Creative Penn - http://www.thecreativepenn.com/

  • Dead Robots Society - http://deadrobotssociety.com/

  • Grammar Girl - http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/grammar-girl-quick-dirty-tips/id173429229?mt=2

  • Warwick (Writing Challenges Podcast) - https://warwick.ac.uk/newsandevents/podcasts/media/more/writingchallenges

Niche Resources:

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