Who Are The 3 Characters Driving Your Plot?
Who is responsible for moving the story along in your books? In this post, we write about the three characters driving your plot.
Creative Writing
So You Want To Be A Writer? By Charles Bukowski
This post includes a poem from Charles Bukowski on wanting to be a writer.
Is There Merit In Telling And Not Showing?
In this post, we explore if there is merit in telling and not showing in the books you write. Danielle Steel, who has sold 1
5 Ways Setting Affects Your Characters
Setting shapes us, and where we were born and where we grew up make a difference. We have put together a list of 5 ways
3 Ways To Use Inverted Dialogue In Your Story
In this post, we discuss three ways to use inverted dialogue in your story.
3 Lines To A Better First Draft Of Your Novel
We talk about writing 3 lines to help you write a better first draft of your novel. It is a great test for your story
Short Story Day Africa – 21 June
‘Short Story Day Africa has established a day, 21st June – the shortest day of the year – on which to celebrate the diversity of
5 Ways To Kick-Start Your New Short Story
Are you struggling to start your short story? In this post, we give you 5 ways to kick-start your short story.
How To Identify Your Protagonist And Antagonist
If you are writing a story, we have put together this post to help you identify your protagonist and antagonist in more detail.
Neil Gaiman On Making Good Art
In this post, we’ve shared advice from British author, Neil Gaiman on making good art.
Isn’t It Time To Invest In Your Writing?
So, you want to be a writer? If you’re serious about it, it may be time to invest in your writing.
The 4 Pillars Of Fantasy
Have you ever tried to write a fantasy and found the result wanting? In this post, we look at how the 4Â pillars of fantasy can
10 Mantras To Make You Grow As A Writer
If you’re struggling to find your writing rhythm, try these 10 mantras to make you grow as a writer.
Why You Need A Short Story Checklist
So you’ve finished writing your short story, but you’re not sure if it’s good enough. In this post, we discuss why you need a short
5 Story Killing Mistakes & How To Fix Them
Have you made one of these common writing mistakes? In this post, we explore 5 story killing mistakes and how you can fix them.
The Appraisal
So you’ve finished rewriting your book, but you still feel that you need some help. In this post, we look at the appraisal – and
The Final Draft & Rewriting
When you finish writing your book, it’s only the beginning of a lot more work. In this post, we look at the final draft and
7 Ways To Rescue A Writing Day That’s Not Happening
Have you ever had one of those wasted writing days? In this post, we look at 7 ways to rescue a writing day that’s not
About Essays (& How To Write A Great One)
In this post, we tell you all about essays, including the types of essays, and how to write a great one.
12 More Reasons To Write Short Stories
Are you pondering the pros and cons of writing short stories? In this post, we’ll explore 12 more reasons to write short stories.
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