
What Is A Timeline? How Using A Timeline Can Help You Plot Your Novel
What is a timeline in writing? Learn how using a timeline can help you plot your novel, track events, and create a more organised story.

Things That Make Me Want To Write
Sometimes I do things that make me want to write. Other times, they remind me that I should be writing. Here are a few things

7 Really Good Reasons To Write A Memoir
In this post, we explore seven simple reasons why you should write a memoir and why your life story matters and is worth telling.

The Ultimate Checklist For Writing A Memoir
Writing a memoir? Use this checklist to review your story, strengthen your writing, and make sure your memoir is ready for readers.

How To Find Your Story’s Theme In 3 Simple Steps
What is a theme? Learn what a story theme is and how to find it. Use these three simple steps to uncover the deeper meaning

Why Embracing Your Inner Madness Makes You A Better Writer
You don’t have to be crazy to be a writer, but embracing your inner madness can definitely make you a better writer.

What Is A Story Goal? The Secret To A Strong Plot
What is a story goal in fiction writing? Learn how a concrete story goal helps writers create stronger plots, build conflict, and structure novels that

45 Ways To Avoid Using The Word ‘Very’
Good writers avoid using words like ‘very’ and ‘really too often. Use these 45 alternatives to ‘very’ to make your writing stronger, clearer, and more

What Is Tone? 155 Words To Describe An Author’s Tone
What is tone in writing? Learn the definition of tone and discover 155 words that can help you describe an author’s tone, analyse literature, and

What Is Direct & Indirect Characterisation? & Which One Should I Use?
In this post, we define characterisation, look at direct characterisation and indirect characterisation, and ask which one authors should use.

What Is A Character Questionnaire? The Only Character Questionnaire You Need
What is a character questionnaire? Use this comprehensive character questionnaire when you create your characters. It is the only character questionnaire you need.

What Is A Style Guide And Why Do I Need One?
In this post, ‘What Is A Style Guide?’, we explain what a style guide is and why you need one when you write. We include

Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 23: Reality Bites
Writers Write is a comprehensive writing resource. This post is all about what writers can do when reality bites.

The Top 10 Writing Posts from May 2016
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in May 2016: 33 Perfectly Odd Oxymorons 10 Dialogue Errors To Avoid At All Costs

Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 22: Making Your Scenes Work For You
This post is all about making your scenes work for you in your novel.

Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 21: All About Character
Writers Write is a comprehensive writing resource. This post is all about character. We discuss your character’s actions, backstory, and relationships.

The Role Of The Love Interest In Fiction
What is the role of the love interest in your story?

Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 20: Getting To The Heart Of The Story
In this post, we suggest ways of cutting to the chase and getting to the heart of the story.

All My Friends Are Fictional – The Role Of The Friend In Fiction
What is the role of the friend in your story?

The Marshall Plan For Romancing Your Story
Evan Marshall, author of The Marshall Plan® for Novel Writing, explains the Marshall Plan for romancing your story.