
Let’s Talk Dialogue – Part 3 – 6 Ways Emphasis Can Change Meaning In Dialogue
In this post from our Let’s Talk Dialogue series, we discuss 6Â ways emphasis can change meaning in dialogue.

How To Avoid ‘Telling’ Words
We’ve put together a post on how you can avoid ‘telling’ words when you write.

Let’s Talk Dialogue – Part 2 – Do You Say It Out Loud Or Keep It To Yourself?
In this post from our Let’s Talk Dialogue series, we discuss how to know if you say it out loud or keep it to yourself.

How Being Specific Helps You Show And Not Tell
Use this post to help you understand how being specific helps you show and not tell when you write.

Let’s Talk Dialogue – Part 1 – How To Shape And Structure Spoken Words
In this post from our Let’s Talk Dialogue series, we discuss how to shape and structure spoken words.

How Choosing A Viewpoint Character Helps You Show And Not Tell
In this post we discuss how choosing a viewpoint character helps you show and not tell in your stories.

The Top 42 Writing Posts of 2014
These were the posts you wanted to see on this website in 2014.

What Is Inner Conflict? The 3 Most Effective Types of Inner Conflict
What is inner conflict? In this post, we write about the 3 most effective types of inner conflict to include in your books.

Writing Without Filters
In this post we look at why writing without filters is necessary. In real life, we use filters all the time. Can we use it

5 Creative Ways To Make Your Storytelling More Powerful
This post suggests 5 creative ways to make your storytelling more powerful when you write your books.

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.