Articles & Columns

The "Little Did I Know" Memoir

Under the Umbrella

Shocking Discoveries That Change Everything

Writer at Work

How to write outside of a bar

The Story Behind the Story

“Micro-memoirs” are small but mighty

Essay

A trial lawyer applies her skills to build a complete picture of her father's past

Writer at Work

The challenges of writing about family, when the main character can't be found

Essay

A philosophy professor reflects on the best course he ever conducted

How to string your reader along

From the Editor

Home isn't home forever, and it's not always where we feel most safe.

The Story Behind the Story

Marriage can provide a unique entry point into another culture—but it's not a substitute for immersion reporting.

At one New York City school, High Intensity Practice writing keeps young writers engaged