“Shoptalk” is our series by our prose editor DeWitt Henry, from his years of teaching creative writing. We may also include here guest shoptalks from other thoughtful writers and teachers.
On Revision
DeWitt Henry’s latest Shoptalk post visits the art of revision and self editing, and tips for refining your writing after the first draft.
Writing Jerks
On jerks: this month’s shoptalk features a collection of examples of characters forced to reevaluate their ostracizing behavior.
The Virtue of Villains
DeWitt Henry on the virtue of villains and writing complex antagonists, rather than attempting to write a purely “evil” character.
Character Development
Shoptalk: Character Development addresses what kind of questions a writer asks about people and of himself.
