
Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 6: Overcoming Your Fear Of The Middle
We continue our Write Your Novel In A Year series. This post is about overcoming your fear of the middle when you write your novel.

Why Adverbs Are The Tequila Of Writing Dialogue
In this post, we caution you against using too many adverbs in your dialogue. Adverbs are the tequila of writing dialogue.

18 Things Writers Need To Know About Editing And Proofreading
We’ve put together this post on 18 things writers need to know about editing and proofreading.

The Top 10 Writing Posts From January 2016
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in January 2016: The 17 Most Popular Genres In Fiction – And Why They Matter

Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 5: What Will Happen Next?
This post is about finding out what will happen next when you write your novel.

What Is Your Literary Style? 7 Choices That Affect A Writer’s Style
What is your literary style? Style in literature is the way an author uses words to tell a story. In this post, we define it

Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 4: Getting To Grips With Research For Your Novel
This post is about getting to grips with research for your novel. We will look at researching techniques and how you can keep track of

All You Need To Know About Punctuating And Formatting Dialogue
In this post, we talk about punctuating and formatting dialogue in your novels.

The Top 42 Writing Posts of 2015
At the beginning of every year, we post our Top 42 Writing Posts from the previous year.

10 Incredibly Simple Ways To Improve Your Business Writing Style
In this post, we share 10 incredibly simple ways to improve your business writing style.

7 Really Good Reasons To Write A Memoir
In this post, we explore seven simple reasons why you should write a memoir and why your life story matters and is worth telling.

The Ultimate Checklist For Writing A Memoir
Writing a memoir? Use this checklist to review your story, strengthen your writing, and make sure your memoir is ready for readers.

How To Find Your Story’s Theme In 3 Simple Steps
What is a theme? Learn what a story theme is and how to find it. Use these three simple steps to uncover the deeper meaning

Why Embracing Your Inner Madness Makes You A Better Writer
You don’t have to be crazy to be a writer, but embracing your inner madness can definitely make you a better writer.

What Is A Story Goal? The Secret To A Strong Plot
What is a story goal in fiction writing? Learn how a concrete story goal helps writers create stronger plots, build conflict, and structure novels that

45 Ways To Avoid Using The Word ‘Very’
Good writers avoid using words like ‘very’ and ‘really too often. Use these 45 alternatives to ‘very’ to make your writing stronger, clearer, and more

What Is Tone? 155 Words To Describe An Author’s Tone
What is tone in writing? Learn the definition of tone and discover 155 words that can help you describe an author’s tone, analyse literature, and

What Is Direct & Indirect Characterisation? & Which One Should I Use?
In this post, we define characterisation, look at direct characterisation and indirect characterisation, and ask which one authors should use.

Worldbuilding: The Ultimate Setting Checklist For Writers
Where your story is set is important. Use this ultimate worldbuilding and setting checklist to create richer, more believable fictional worlds for any genre.

Show Don’t Tell: 5 Simple Techniques Every Writer Should Know
Learn how to master the ‘Show Don’t Tell’ technique with five simple writing strategies. This post includes clear examples to help writers create more engaging