
This Theme Thing
This post is about the importance of theme in fiction writing. How do you find the theme of your story?

The Top 10 Writing Posts for December 2014
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in December 2014.

5 Top Tips For Setting Realistic Writing Resolutions
In this post, we share our five top tips for setting realistic writing resolutions.

3 Things Every Writer Needs To Stay In The Game
A writer needs these qualities to succeed. This post includes 3 things every writer needs to stay in the game.

How To Use The Senses To Show And Not Tell
Use this post to help you use the senses to show and not tell when you write.

Character Development Checklist – 13 Points To Consider
We love to read about believable characters in books. You can do this by using this infographic as your character development checklist.

12 Steps To Self-Editing
Have you finished writing your book? Are you looking for editing tips? In this post, we share a stress-free guide to preparing a manuscript –

The Top 10 Writing Posts for November 2014
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in November 2014. An Editing Checklist For Writers – Are you thinking about editing your own book? The 25

The Role Of Supporting/Mirror Characters
In this post, we discuss the role of supporting/mirror characters in your novel.

5 Times When We Are Pro The Prologue
We aren’t normally in favour of using prologues, but here are 5 times when we are pro the prologue.

5 Secret Tricks To Strengthen Your Writing
Use this post to learn five secret tricks to strengthen your writing. We share practical before-and-after examples to show how small changes can make your

20 Fun Ways To Find Plot Ideas For Your Story
Struggling to come up with a story idea? Discover 20 fun and creative ways to find plot ideas worth turning into your next novel.

All About Pacing: 4 Key Questions Every Writer Should Ask
Learn how to control pacing in your writing with these four essential questions. Discover the structural techniques writers use to shape the rhythm and flow

Past Tense Or Present Tense: Which Works Best For Your Story?
We compare past tense and present tense in fiction, exploring the advantages and disadvantages of each and asking the question: which works best for your

What Is Genre? A Guide To The 17 Most Popular Fiction Genres
What is genre in fiction? In this guide, we explore the 17 most popular fiction genres to help you understand genre conventions.

How To Write A Spy Novel
Want to learn how to write a spy novel? We explain how to write a spy novel, create believable spies, and build tension with plots

How Writers Use The Protagonist As A Literary Device
What is a protagonist in fiction? Learn how to use the protagonist as a powerful literary device to shape and strengthen your novel.

What Is a Character Trait? 350 Essential Character Traits for Writers
What is a character trait? Delve into 350 character traits to help you choose the right positive and negative traits for building well-rounded characters in

How To Outline A Short Story – For Beginners
In this post, we share a template that will show you how to outline a short story, especially if you are a beginner.

How To Show & Not Tell In Short Stories
Master the ‘show, don’t tell‘ technique in short stories. Learn how to create immersive storytelling that draws readers in from the very first line.