How to write historical fiction
In this post, teacher Karen Kao talks about what historical fiction is, the importance of research and how to weave …Read More
Karen Kao7 April 2020 
Writing advice from John Grisham
We were lucky enough to hear best-selling author John Grisham speak when he visited Amsterdam in November 2019. Since he …Read More
IWC Staff8 January 2020 
Writing advice from Caoilinn Hughes
In July 2019, Irish writer Caoilinn Hughes gave a special master class with our instructor Karen Kao. Caoilinn is the …Read More
Sarah Carriger22 August 2019 
Writing tips from Kristen Roupenian
In April 2019, Kristen Roupenian gave a special master class for our Amsterdam students (photos here). Kristen is the author …Read More
Sarah Carriger11 April 2019 
Writing advice from Jennifer Clement
Award-winning novelist, poet, memoirist and PEN International president, Jennifer Clement gave a special master class for our students in January …Read More
Sarah Carriger20 February 2019 
What to do when you get stuck
It happens to all of us at one time or another. You sit down to write and stare at the …Read More
Inge Lamboo24 September 2018 
5 science-backed tips to boost creativity
As writers, we live for those moments when our connection to our imagination is strong and the words pour out …Read More
Sarah Carriger15 August 2018 
Top 10 tips for writing powerful dialogue
It’s happened to all of us. You’re trying to write an emotionally engaging scene and your dialogue comes out sounding …Read More
Sarah Carriger12 July 2018 
Writing advice from A.M. Homes
In April 2018 American author A.M. Homes gave a special craft talk for out students with loads of great writing …Read More
Sarah Carriger30 May 2018 
5 tips on journaling to become a better writer
Want to become a better writer? Start journaling! Journaling will make your writing richer and help you avoid writer’s block. We …Read More
Sarah Carriger14 April 2018 
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