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.
The Top 20 Writing Posts Of 2022
In this post, we share the top 20 writing posts of 2022.
What Do Publishers Want In 2023?
In this post we look at what publishers want in 2023.
3 Great Books Set In Bookstores
In this post, we explore excellent books that are set in bookshops. Here are 3 great books set in bookstores.
Ready To Be A Novelist? A Checklist & Some Advice
Is there a novel writer in you? Are you ready to be a novelist? Look at our checklist and take some advice.
5 Fresh Starts To Your Writing
In this blog post, we look at five unique strategies to kick-start your writing. Here are 5 fresh starts to your writing.
Book Traditions Around The World
Read this post to find out more about 5 countries with great book traditions around the world at Christmas time.
5 Writing Skills You Can Improve With Dungeons & Dragons
In this post, Writers Write looks at how Dungeons & Dragons can improve your writing.
80 Weather Expressions Cheat Sheet
The weather can take on so many functions in our writing. It can even add conflict or act on its own! Do you know the
Copyright & Song Lyric Use For Writers
Copyright & Song Lyric Use For Writers:Â In this post, we look at using copyrighted song lyrics in our writing.
The 4 Different Types of Series You Could Write
Are you thinking of writing a series instead of a stand-alone book? In this post we look at the 4 different types of series you
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