OCD for Writers: Part 1

Colloquially, OCD means organized, clean, or precise, but the real mental illness can have little or nothing to do with those things. So what do writers need to know about OCD? Disclaimer: This article is not meant for diagnosing or treating OCD. If you have OCD, this article will likely not be helpful for you--…

Open Pen: Untitled by C. Potter

Welcome back to Open Pen, everyone! Our first critique is from the beginning of a novel sent in by C. Potter. He would like a general critique as well as some feedback on what the scene makes the reader expect of the upcoming story. Just to remind everyone, please be constructive and kind with your…

Where to Find Literary Agents

So you've finished your book and you want to publish it the traditional way. Now what? You need a literary agent, but how do you find one? The process isn't as easy as it might sound, so here are the three best ways to find a literary agent. 1. In the acknowledgements sections of books…