Creative Writing

Find advice and inspiration for your writing with this list of of books about the craft of writing created by librarians at The Seattle Public Library. (February 2026)
  • Memoir Writing

    Memoir Writing

    Van Cleave, Ryan G.

    Everyone has a story to tell, and Van Cleave provides you with the tools you need to share your life story with the world. You'll get advice on how to explore your memories, map out your story, perfect your plot, and so much more. (Publisher description)

    Format: Book

    Availability: Available

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  • Writing Archetypal Character Arcs

    Writing Archetypal Character Arcs

    Weiland, K. M.

    [The author] explores six important archetypal character arcs, representing key moments of initiation in the human experience: the maiden, the hero, the queen, the king, the crone, the mage. (Publisher description)

    Format: Book

    Availability: Available

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  • Publish Your Writing

    Publish Your Writing

    Librarians at The Seattle Public Library present a selection of recent books and online resources for writers ready to publish their work via either traditional publishing or self publishing. (February 2026)

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