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.
How To Beat Writer’s Block With Help From The 4 Elements
In this post, we discuss how to beat writer’s block with help from the 4 elements.
9 Good Reasons For Your Character’s Bad Behaviour
Often, abnormal behaviour is triggered by a life-changing crisis. In this post, we write about plausible reasons for your character’s bad behaviour.
Creating Characters – 5 Mistakes Beginner Writers Make
We have compiled a list of five mistakes beginner writers make when they create characters.
The 5 Elements Of A Good Scene
A novel is written by writing one scene after another. In this post, we look at the 5 elements that make a good scene.
10 Things Every Romance Writer Needs
Are you writing romantic fiction? In this post, we look at 10 things every romance writer needs.
How To Rewrite And Revise Your Manuscript – I’ve Learnt To Stop
Writers Write creates and shares writing tips and resources. Use this post to learn how to rewrite and revise your manuscript.
Because Here We Are Now. Entertain Us.
When you write for business you need to connect with your audience. Dry facts turn people off. Learn to write to engage, because here we
My Top 12 Books On Writing
Writers love books on writing. In this post, we list a selection of the top 12 books on writing.Â
What Is Your Writing Element?
Which element dominates the stories you write and read? In this post, we discuss your writing element.
How To Use Punctuation In Dialogue
How do I punctuate dialogue? In this post, we write about how to use punctuation in dialogue.
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