We spoke to two award-winning authors for their tips on how to make it from start to finish. Here's how they take notes, organize chapters, and—yes—get comfy.

Google is sharing short stories crafted by its Wordcraft writing editor and more than a dozen acclaimed authors.

Alice Munro spins tales that show us, again and again, and with wondrous grace, how much can be done in a simple short story. Yet the 74-year-old Canadian does it by breaking every rule ever ...

2. Charlie Higson's tips 500 Words judge and award winning children's story book author, Charlie Higson explains what he looks out for in 500 Word entries.