
31 Writing Prompts For May 2026
Writers Write shares creative writing prompts and resources for writers. Use these 31 writing prompts for May 2026 to beat writer’s block and inspire your

7 Essential Elements Every Writer Must Master
Discover 7 essential elements every writer must master, from plot and characters to pacing and endings. Learn how to craft stories readers love.

How To Make Your First Chapter Impossible To Put Down
Learn how to make your first chapter impossible to put down with techniques to hook readers from page one and keep them turning the pages.

Ian Rankin’s 10 Essential Rules For Writing Fiction
In this post, we share Scottish author Ian Rankin’s 10 rules for writing fiction.

Poets On Writing Poetry: Insights & Inspiration
Learn timeless insights from poets on the art of writing poetry. Explore what poets reveal about the craft and apply it to your own work.

Plotting vs Pantsing: Pros, Cons, & How To Choose Your Writing Method
Compare plotting vs pantsing in writing. Learn the pros and cons of each method and find your ideal approach.

12 Setting Secrets Every Storyteller Needs To Know
What is setting in storytelling? Discover 12 essential elements every writer should understand to create vivid, immersive story worlds.

Sue Grafton’s Writing Process: Lessons From A Crime Fiction Master
We take a closer look at the writing process of bestselling American crime author Sue Grafton, widely celebrated for her iconic mystery novels.

Love Story vs Romance: Key Writing Differences Explained
What’s the difference between writing a love story and a romance novel? Learn the key rules, endings, and writing tips for each genre.

Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall – One Story, Three Interpretations
Let’s look at how one story can have three interpretations: Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall.

Persuasive Writing Checklist
In this post, we tell you what persuasive writing is and share our persuasive writing checklist.

How To Deflate Those Inflated Phrases
Simplicity is the magical ingredient in writing. Use these examples to help you deflate those inflated phrases and become a better writer.

Why Punctuation Matters In Love And Legalese
Good writing begins and (literally) ends with punctuation. In this post we show you why punctuation matters in love and legalese.

3 Things To Remember When You Write Reports And Proposals
In this post, we include the 3 things to remember when you write reports and proposals.

3 Tips For Making #ThrowbackThursday Work For You As A Writer
In this post, we talk about making #ThrowbackThursday work for you as a writer.

3 Things You Need To Do At The Beginning Of Your Novel
We love to read books that begin well. In this post, we discuss 3 things you need to do at the beginning of your novel.

Plan Your Blogging Week In Fewer Than 15 Minutes
In this post, we discuss how to plan your blogging week in fewer than 15 minutes.

The Most Important Lesson For Building A Social Media Following
Writers Write shares social media and blog writing tips. In this post, we discuss the most important lesson for building a social media following.

Do You Need An Author Platform?
In this post, we discuss why you need an author platform.

3 Top Tips For Writing For Social Media
In this post, we share three top tips for writing for social media.