
What Is A Cozy Fantasy?
What is a cozy fantasy? In this post, we explore the genre. We include the elements of cozy fantasy – with plenty of examples.

Anton Chekhov’s 6 Rules For Writing Fiction
We’re writing about the acclaimed short story writer, Anton Chekhov. In this post, we read about Anton Chekhov’s 6 rules for writing fiction.

What is Romantasy & Why Is It So Popular?
In this post, we look at the wildly popular modern genre of romantasy. What is romantasy and why is it so popular?

Why You Don’t Need To Put Everything In Your Book
Are you running the risk of overwhelming your readers? In this post, we tell you why you don’t need to put everything in your book.

What Is Grimdark Fiction & Where Did It Come From?
This is an introduction to the Grimdark genre. We will discover where Grimdark fiction comes from, what Grimdark fiction is, and just what makes up

How To Write Hardboiled Fiction
In this post, we explore what hardboiled fiction is, who the hardboiled detectives are, and how to write hardboiled fiction – with examples.

12 Types Of Memoirs – Which One Is Yours?
We’re writing about types of memoirs – with examples. We include what a memoir is and ask: Which type of memoir is yours?

What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One?
In this post, we look at literary tropes, specifically answering the question: What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One?

How To Write A Cozy Mystery
Cozy Mysteries are a sub-genre of detective fiction. You’ll like them if you like crime fiction without the blood and gore involved. Let’s look at

How Many Suspects Do You Need In A Crime Novel?
When we read or write crime novels, we want to find out who the baddie is. This means we need suspects from which to choose.

5 Ways To Find Your Way Back To Creativity & Writing
In this post, we offer you a way to beat burnout and 5 ways to find your way back to creativity and writing.

The Ultimate Ghostwriting Guide (For Clients & Writers)
Are you thinking of hiring a ghostwriter or becoming a ghostwriter? In this post, we’ve created the ultimate ghostwriting guide for clients and writers.

6 Tips For Finding Your Writing Tribe
In this post, we look at the value of finding a writing community, and give you 6 tips for finding your writing tribe.

On Plot-Driven vs Character-Driven Stories
In this post, we explore the difference between plot-driven and character-driven stories.

Writers Talk 10 | Creativity & Imagination
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our tenth podcast, we talk about Creativity and Imagination for writers.

You Don’t Have To Do Anything As A Writer
Are you tired of all the writing rules? In this post, we’re here to tell you that you don’t have to do anything as a

How To Tell If You’re Writing About The Wrong Character
Have you chosen the wrong character as a protagonist? Are they passive characters? In this post, we look at how to tell if you’re writing

How Much Detail Do You Need In A Novel?
Are you struggling with descriptions in your book? In this post we answer the question, ‘How much detail do you need in a novel?’

Writers Talk 9 | Journey To The West
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our ninth podcast, we talk about the classic text, Journey To The West.

How Much Profanity Do You Need In Your Novel?
In this post we answer the question, ‘How much profanity do you need in your novel?’ and give you tips for including it.