When David Harrison originally asked me to write my first column for “Poetry from Daily Life,” I spoke of Harry Bliss’ New Yorker cartoon: he draws a lady introducing her son as a poet. The folks ...

The Best in Rural Writing Contest submissions are open until September 30. (Photo by Nail Gilfanov / Unsplash) The Best in Rural Writing Contest is looking for original fiction and nonfiction for its ...

The Daily’s story “‘It was like we were garbage’: Stanford to ‘cycle out’ creative writing lecturers” (Aug. 29) about Stanford’s Creative Writing Program contains a number of misunderstandings. I’d ...

Lavendaire demonstrates how daily writing can enhance focus and spark creativity. Trump, Pulte Threats Fuel $19.5 Billion Homebuilders Rout Minnie Driver Slams Old Headline About Her Appearance: 'It ...

I always wanted to be a writer. Well, maybe not always. When I was 10, I wanted to be the centerfielder for the New York Giants. My writing ambitions began when I was 18 and attending a community ...

Never been able to hold down a diary-keeping or journaling practice? Try one of these 9 prompt-filled options. If you’re the type who sits down to journal only to be met with the mental crickets, try ...

Boost your grammar skills with these 7 simple and effective tips. Learn how daily habits, fun tools, and smart practice can ...

NASHVILLE A former Boyd County resident has hit the top of a major bluegrass chart with a song about neighboring Carter County. “The Hills of Carter County,” the debut single by bluegrass group ...

College essay writing can seem daunting. One feels compelled to do well, remain concentrated, and follow deadlines. It’s not as difficult as it looks, so don’t be concerned. A few useful tips and the ...

Editor’s note: The Daily’s editorial department acknowledges that this article is premised on a conflict of interest. This article is a special feature for Commencement 2025 that does not represent ...

The Adirondack Center for Writing will present its 21st annual High School Writing Retreat on Thursday, Oct. 30, and Friday, Oct. 31, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day at Paul Smith’s College. ACW’s High ...