
Self-Publishing – Part Four
In this post, we end our video series on self-publishing as an option for authors. This is part four, with the fourth video on self-publishing.

Billy Collins’s 6 Pleasures Of Poetry
Do you want to capture your reader’s attention? In this post, we explain how Billy Collins’s 6 pleasures of poetry will help you become a

50 Verbs That Will Strengthen Your Writing Immediately
People tell us to use strong, descriptive verbs, but what does this mean? In this post, we look at 50 verbs that will strengthen your

The Essential SEO Writing Guide (With 11 SEO Writing Tips)
If you write for a blog, you need to know about SEO (Search Engine Optimisation). In this post about Search Engine Optimisation we share 11

Patrick Ness’s 5 Main Tips For Aspiring Writers
Discover Patrick Ness’s five tips for aspiring writers, from writing the book you want to read and never giving up.

10 Quotable Tips From Oscar Wilde On Writing
Discover 10 quotable tips from Oscar Wilde on writing, style, and creativity, and learn what this legendary wit can teach every writer.

10 Methods To Effectively Avoid Writing
Are you trying to ratchet up your procrastination levels? In this post, we look at 10 methods to effectively avoid writing anything.

Self-Publishing – Part Three
In this post, we continue our series on self-publishing as an option for authors. Thank you for all the lovely questions and feedback we have

What Is Plain Language? The Plain Language Writing Guide (& 10 Examples Of How To Write In Plain Language)
What is plain language? This plain language writing guide includes a definition, when to use it, tips for using it, and 10 examples of how

The 5 Pillars Of Thrillers
Are you writing a thriller? In this post, we look at how the five pillars of thrillers can improve your story.

How To Write A Prologue: 5 Good Reasons To Include One
Write a prologue that works. Discover five good reasons to include a prologue in your novel, with examples from published books.

5 Ways To Begin Your Romance Novel
Learn how to begin your romance novel with an opening that grabs attention, sets the tone, and keeps readers turning the pages.

What Is Backstory? How To Make It Work Like Scar Tissue In Your Book
What is backstory in fiction? Learn how to use backstory like scar tissue to add depth to your stories and characters.

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.

A Quick Start Guide To Writing First & Last Lines
Learn how to write powerful first and last lines with this quick-start guide, complete with clear examples to inspire your writing.

How To Write Epic Beginnings
We know that readers don’t carry on reading if you write a poor beginning. Read this post to find out how to write epic beginnings.

A Quick Start Guide To Writing An Inciting Incident
In this post, we define an inciting incident in fiction – with examples. We’ve created a quick start guide to writing an inciting incident.

I Know I Should Care About This Book, But Do I?
Have you ever read a book and said ‘I know I should care about this book, but do I?’ In this post, we look at

5 Secrets To Writing A Strong Inciting Incident
The inciting incident has to be the first game-changer in your story. Here are 5 secrets to writing a strong inciting incident.