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This is an introduction to the Grimdark genre. We will discover where Grimdark fiction comes from, what Grimdark fiction is, and just what makes up this obscure niche in fiction writing.
What Is Grimdark Fiction & Where Did It Come From? Read More »
Lord Byron’s poetry and personality turned him into a superstar. In this post, we learn 6 lessons from Lord Byron and examine how he moved others with his language and how we can make our readers swoon too.
6 Lessons From Lord Byron – How To Make Others Swoon With Words Read More »
In this post, we explore what hardboiled fiction is, who the hardboiled detectives are, and how to write hardboiled fiction – with examples.
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We’re writing about types of memoirs – with examples. We include what a memoir is and ask: Which type of memoir is yours?
12 Types Of Memoirs – Which One Is Yours? Read More »
In this post, we look at literary tropes, specifically answering the question: What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One?
What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One? Read More »
Cozy Mysteries are a sub-genre of detective fiction. You’ll like them if you like crime fiction without the blood and gore involved. Let’s look at their secret to success more closely.
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Everybody says write what you know, but just how much personal experience do you need to write fiction?
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When we read or write crime novels, we want to find out who the baddie is. This means we need suspects from which to choose. But how many suspects do you need in a crime novel? We’ve also included common murder suspect archetypes for you to use in your book.
How Many Suspects Do You Need In A Crime Novel? Read More »
We share a selection of writing competitions to inspire you. Contests offer great opportunities for both beginner and experienced writers.
Writing Competitions To Inspire You Read More »
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.
How To Write Epic Beginnings Read More »
