Compilation of links and things I found interesting in a world of writing, publishing, and general inspiration.

• Ten rules for writing fiction, part one. Authors’ personal dos and don’ts of writing. As you see, everyone has different rule. So it’s okay if I don’t exactly look like how Neil Gaiman wrote his books. There’s no exact rule, just keep improving your craft.
• Part two of the article above
• Stephen King’s Everything You Need to Know About Writing Successfully: in Ten Minutes. I’m not a fan of his genre but nobody could argue with his success. His advices are priceless.

Articles to read when we’re exhausted and started to feel like all hope is lost in publishing:

• Why rejection letters are great
• Encouragement and hope

Last but not least: 8 interesting places to find inspiration.