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About Writing Forward

Writing Forward features creative writing tips and ideas, including articles on grammar, fiction writing, poetry, and creative nonfiction. Get writing exercises and poetry prompts, the latest news from the publishing industry, and most importantly, connect with the warm and supportive writing community.

Every year, we promote writerly events, such as National Grammar Day, National Poetry Month, Read Across America, and National Novel Writing Month. These events are designed to keep writers doing what they do best.

Keep on writing.

Best of Writing Forward

Here is a list of the best articles on Writing Forward,
a mix of the most popular posts and some of my
personal favorites. Enjoy!

• The 22 Best Writing Tips Ever
• How to Use a Semicolon
• Five Poetry Prompts, a Writing Exercise
• How to Give Good Critiques
• Plot vs. Character: Fiction Writing
• Creative Writing Tips From Around the Blogosphere
• Journal Prompts for Aspiring Writers
• Flash Your Fiction: Writing Exercises
• 18 Unusual Writing Ideas
• Why Great Writing (and Good Grammar) Matters Online

Who's Flying This Ship?

My name is Melissa Donovan. I'm a self-employed website copywriter and web content specialist.

Creative writing is one of my passions. I earned a BA in English with a concentration in creative writing, and I've been a voracious reader for as long as I can remember. I write fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. And of course, I blog.

My goal is to promote great writing, help writers stay inspired and motivated, and to act as an advocate for writers.