So, wannabe authors, before you start writing the next great American novel, here's some helpful advice from the world's most famous and successful writers on how to perfect your craft. Learn them.

Despite their successes, there are hundreds of famous authors and writers out there who loathe the process of putting down words.

Possibly because my mantra is ‘words matter’, I frequently get asked for tips on better writing. For years, I quoted George Orwell who provided great advice on how to be simple and clear ...

Every writer wishes inspiration would strike her like a lightning bolt in the middle of a thunderstorm. Writing would be easier that way. You'd have an idea, and the energy to keep going; nothing ...

Intimate and political, their correspondence tracks the founding of the United States, with Abigail advocating for the rights ...

Writers are known for their words, but sometimes they’d rather not sign their real name to them. Many famous authors took on secret identities to publish their work, and some pseudonyms even ...

Web and iOS app Connu curates short stories from up-and-coming authors, with recommendations from some of today's best-sellers.