Writing News

New York - AJ Sidransky's Forgiving Maximo Rothman reminds us that 'life is too short to make enemies of those we love,' and I connected with the novelist to learn more.

She loves hip-hop and basketball. She dreams of being published in Rolling Stone. She writes to distract herself from a chronic health condition. Find out more about Layne Weiss, a Digital Journalist since March 2012.

If you’ve never once picked up a book by Kurt Vonnegut, came across an essay of his, or even peeked at a short story written by him, then you’re missing out.

Vienna - Ceija Stojka, a Romani Holocaust survivor, writer, and artist died Monday in a Vienna hospital at the age of 79. Through her writing and art, she raised awareness of Nazi persecution against her people during World War II.

Los Angeles - UPDATE: "Modern Family" repeats as Best Comedy while "Homeland" takes out "Mad Men's" quest for a record fifth Best Drama prize, as the Emmys just wrapped up in Los Angeles

Baker City - On July 13, the 2012 Oregon Book Awards Author Tour brought two poets and two nonfiction writers to Baker City, Oregon for an evening of readings and conversation.

Baker City - Oregonian memoirist Jennifer Lauck is a professional writer who loves to create scenes and draw attention to her work, whether it is teaching a class or writing her next bestseller.

Baker City - Freelance journalism is all about observation, interviewing people, gathering factual information and writing a quality news story that captures the interest of your readers. That's what I've learned from Digital Journal.

Today Digital Journal hosted a liveblog discussion asking for input from our contributors and fans on the future of online journalism. The meeting, where anyone could participate, is now viewable to check out what was discussed.

Richmond - A California Federal Judge has released a robbery defendant and alleged arms dealer on bail while awaiting trial on the condition that he makes an effort to become more literate.