The 3 Surprises Every Story Needs
This post is about the three surprises or plot points every story needs. You should surprise your reader at three specific stages in your book.
Creative Writing
What Is Backstory? How To Make It Work Like Scar Tissue In Your Book
What is backstory in fiction? Learn how to use backstory like scar tissue to add depth to your stories and characters.
15 Fascinating Fictional Fathers Every Writer Should Know
Discover 15 fascinating fictional fathers who reveal the many ways father figures can shape characters, plots, and themes.
How Writers Use The Confidant As A Literary Device
What is a confidant in fiction? How does the confidant function as a literary device? We explore how to use the confidant to show support
10 Powerful Recurring Themes In Children’s Stories & Why They Matter
What are the themes in children’s stories? We discuss what a theme is, what the 10 powerful recurring themes in children’s stories are, and why
What Is An Epistolary Novel? & Tips For Writing One
In this post we answer the question: What Is An Epistolary Novel? We give you tips for writing an epistolary novel and examples of epistolary
What Is A Plot? – A Writer’s Resource
Many writers struggle with plotting. In this post, What Is A Plot?, we define a plot and tell you how to use it in a
Writers Write | Story Generator
Try the new Writers Write story generator. There are thousands of fun story ideas carefully crafted within. Don’t ever lose the plot again! We’ve got
How Writers Use The Antagonist As A Literary Device
What is an antagonist in fiction? How do you use the antagonist as a literary device? Understanding the antagonist can help you create more interesting
How To Create Tension In Storytelling
Tension is essential in storytelling. Without it, readers lose interest. Every writer needs to know how to create and build tension in their story.
Why You Should Open Yourself Up To The Possibilities Of Story
Sometimes we forget that writing a story is about possibility. In this post, we discuss why you should open yourself up to the possibilities of
Joe Eszterhas’s 10 Golden Rules Of Screenwriting
In this post, we’ve shared screenwriter, Joe Eszterhas’s 10 Golden Rules of Screenwriting.
5 Questions On Self-Publishing Answered
Neil Wright is a South African writer and the owner of Wright Publishing. He shares this post to answer five questions on self-publishing.
5 Reasons Why Writing A Memoir Is Like Writing A Short Film
Writing a memoir is like writing a short film. Discover 5 ways to focus on important moments, perspective, structure, theme, and truth.
Jaime Lowe’s 8 Rules For Writing Memoirs
In this post, we’ve shared American writer and memoirist, Jaime Lowe’s 8 Rules For Writing Memoirs.
11 Steps To Writing A Bestselling Novel
Most writers dream about writing a bestselling novel. Are you one of them? Here are 11 steps to writing a bestselling novel.
6 Superhero Writing Tips From Stan Lee
We’ve put together a post that includes 6 superhero writing tips from Stan Lee.
How To Define Your Character’s Narrative
What is a narrative? In this post, we write how to define your character’s narrative.
7 Things You Need In A Writing Partner
If you really want to improve your writing productivity, look out for these 7 things in your next critique or writing partner. Increase Your Productivity:
Harnessing The Power Of Time In Your Storytelling
Time is important in stories. The way time passes, the effects it has are all important. In this post we discuss harnessing the power of
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