The Haunting of Hill House, by Shirley Jackson, is one of the classics of the horror genre. Whereas some writers rely on explicit blood, gore, and violence to get across their message, Shirley Jackson evokes horror and supernatural suspense exactly by not being explicit. She creates terrifying …

Let’s face it. We want to pick out gifts that are meaningful, cool, intelligent, and interesting, yet there is only so much time in which to shop and choose. So below is a list of 12 gifts from which you should be able to pick that awesome gift for your significant other, family member, friend, or …

Here are four books on writing I just finished reading that you may find of interest. These books give insight into the nuts and bolts of the writing life, fill in the backstory of how writers craft their ideas, show how to read critically, and discuss why books and writing are important.

How to be …