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.
Creative Writing
What Is Imagery & How Do You Use It In Fiction Writing?
What is imagery and how do you use it in fiction writing? We define imagery and explain how fiction writers can use it in their
How To Deal With A Writer’s Inner Critic
Every writer questions their ability to write. In this post, we give you three easy steps to help you deal with your writer’s inner critic.
What Is Cozy Fiction? & How To Write It
What is cozy fiction? We include the types of cozy fiction – with plenty of examples. We also tell you how to write cozy fiction
What Is Exposition In A Story?
What is exposition? We include a definition, the two types of exposition, how to include exposition, and examples of exposition in fiction.
6 Fascinating Fictional Character Types
Characters are the stars of your story. In this post, we offer you 6 fascinating fictional characters for your books.
The Rule Of Two For Writers
In this post, we look at characters and the rule of two for writers.
7 Spine-Chilling Tips For Writing An Unforgettable Horror Story
What makes a great horror story? We discuss 7 spine-chilling tips for writing an unforgettable horror story. We also include 5 tips to get you
The Best Fantasy Map Hacks
These are the best fantasy map hacks for those writing in the fantasy genre. Use them when you are worldbuilding.
The Death Trap – A Plot Device
What is the death trap plot device? In this post, we define the death trap, include types of death traps, and offer examples of the
A Bit Of Love For Your Short-Story-Telling Soul
Do you have a few short story self-care days planned? In this post, we talk about how to look after your short-story-telling soul.
5 Ways To Add Love To Popular Genres
Characters from every genre tend to all in love. Here are 5 ways to add love to popular genres.
5 Ways To Start Using Killer Dialogue In Your Story
Dialogue is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal as writers. In this post, we share 5 ways to start using killer dialogue
How Do You Come To Story?
Stories come to us in the forms of poems, short stories, novels, movies, even in journalism and rhetoric. In this post, we ask: How do
Do You Have A Romance Novel In You?
This competition is now closed. Harlequin Romance is always looking for new authors to write for them. The Harlequin Romance Blitz is your chance to
Back To Basics: 3 Steps To Setting
As we wrap up January of the New Year, we’re looking at the three basics of fiction writing, and we’ve covered plot and character and
Back To Basics: 3 Steps To Character
To kick start the new year, we’re getting back to the core basics of fiction writing – plot, character, and setting. This week, our focus
The Top 42 Writing Posts Of 2017
These were the posts you most wanted to see on this website in 2017.
9 Ways To Set Up Believable Fictional Breakups
Are your characters heading for a fictional split? If you are writing a book, we’ve put together a post on 9 ways to set up
Back To Basics: 3 Steps To Plot
What are the best plots? We thought we should go back to basics with 3 steps to plot your story.
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