Betrayal in Fiction: How to Write Powerful, Unforgettable Twists
Discover how to write compelling betrayal in fiction, with clear definitions, memorable quotes, and must-read book examples.
Creative Writing
Patricia Hampl On Writing Memoirs
We explore the award-winning memoirist, Patricia Hampl’s thoughts on writing memoirs. We look at the role of memory, the form, the art, and the craft
Meet The Best Priest Detectives In Fiction
Faith meets mystery. Find out why priest detective stories work, and meet 10 of the best crime-solving clerics in fiction.
The Strange World of Slipstream Fiction – What Is It?
We define slipstream fiction, present its characteristics, and provide examples. We also offer tips for writing slipstream fiction.
A Quick Start Guide To Writing Emotions
In this post, we explore how to write emotions in fiction – with examples. We’ve created a quick start guide to writing emotions.
4 Point Of View Choices For Writers
Primarily, point of view is a matter of distance and in this post, we look at the 4 point of view choices for writers.
Horror Movies Are Popular (& Why You Should Write Them)
We’re writing about horror movies and why they are so popular. We also tell you why you should write horror.
7 Deadly Rules For Creating A Villain
Every story has a villain. In this post we write about the 7 deadly rules for creating a villain for your stories.
Elizabeth George’s Writing Process
We’re writing about the acclaimed police procedural writer, Elizabeth George. In this post, we explore Elizabeth George’s writing process.
Why A Good Vocabulary Is Important For Writers
We write about why a good vocabulary is important for writers. We give examples of vocabulary, and tips on how to expand your vocabulary.
5 Essential Tips For Writing A Memoir
In this post, we share 5 essential tips for writing a memoir.
3 Things Readers Want From Writers
Readers want to be entertained, challenged, and inspired. These are the 3 things readers want from writers. Do you have them in your writing arsenal?
The Writing Muse I Really Need
This post is about the writing muse writers really need.
50 Ways To Say Villain
If you’re writing about a villain, read this post. We include 50 ways to say villain.
Fiction Writers Should Have Fun
Do you feel as if your life as a writer is too serious? Find out why fiction writers should have fun.
10 Essential Tips for Writing Antagonists
Every protagonist needs an antagonist. In this post, we discuss 10 essential tips for writing antagonists.
8 Writers Write Graduates Books Released
2013 has been a good for Writers Write graduates so far. Congratulations to these authors on the publication of their books. EATS: Enjoy All the
8 Archetypes For Heroes & Heroines
In this post, we share 8 archetypes for heroes and heroines for you to use in your stories.
6 Things To Consider Before You Cross Your Genres
In this post, we look at 6 things to consider before you cross your genres. Not only are genres crossing over, they’re having a party
3 Writers Write Graduates Published
Congratulations to Liesel Schwarz on the release of A Clockwork Heart the second book in her Steampunk Trilogy, The Chronicles of Light and Shadow. Congratulations to Morad Zaffron on the publication of his
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