Usually, you will be asked to write a letter addressed to the acquiring editor. But remember: Plenty of others will read it, too, including: Press staff members.

Tired of texting? Send your loved ones some snail mail instead. Rachel Syme, author of "Syme's Letter Writer: A Guide to Modern Correspondence," shares whimsical ways to start a letter-writing habit.

In one of your English language exams, you’ll be tasked with writing a piece of non fiction. This might be a letter, a report, a speech, or an article.

In one of your English language exams, you’ll be tasked with writing a piece of non fiction. This might be a letter, a report, a speech, or an article. There are four main elements you should ...