A conversation with author—and guest artist for FCC—Erin Cotter about her upcoming novel A Dangerous Bargain, the perfect creative season, and desert island reads.

A conversation with author Canan Yetmen on her newest novel The Pretense of Memory and the art of trusting our characters.

How can we make our own magic?

The Pitch Witches celebrate the wildest ideas.

Play is fundamental to well-being and crucial to creativity.

Thoughts on a winter-phase in the writing life.

On slowing down for Solstice and recommitting to the mystery of winter.

The Pitch Witches reflect on our first-ever B*tch & Submit. What a dream.

In the creative life, we are constantly called upon to shed our old selves. How can we support ourselves and one another in the process?

Writing on a shaded porch with a glass of iced coffee is such a sweet dream—as long as it’s not 102, your mind is anxiety-free, and your spirit is willing.