
Literary Lessons From 5 Kick-Ass Heroines Of The 80s
We look at literary lessons from 5 kick-ass heroines of the 80s. Literary heroines from the 80s showed us the rise of fabulous, strong, and

The Top 10 Writing Posts for July 2014
These were the Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in July 2014. The 15 Questions Authors Should Ask Characters – How well do you know your character? Book

What is Crowdfunding And How Can It Work For Authors?
Do you want to self-publish? What is crowdfunding and how can it work for authors?

5 Ways A Creative Course Helps You Find Your Inner Novelist
In this post, we talk about how a creative course helps you find your inner novelist.

4 Reasons To Use Dramatic Irony In Your Story
Dramatic irony is a story-telling device. We’ve included 4 reasons to use dramatic irony in your story.

The Inconsolable Writer – From Distraction To Inspiration In 4 Easy Steps
Are you an inconsolable writer? Our blogger gives writers tips to move from distraction to inspiration in 4 easy steps. Taking a break from a

15 Questions Authors Should Ask Characters
How well do you know your character? Use our list of 15 questions authors should ask characters to make them more believable.

The Top 10 Writing Posts for June 2014
These were the Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in June 2014. How to make your characters shockingly real – Create characters, not caricatures Seven Extremely Good Reasons

5 Ways To Avoid The Backstory Battle
This post includes 5 ways to avoid the backstory battle when you write your novels and stories.

Can Texting Improve Your Writing?
Storytellers need to write properly. In this post, we ask: Can texting improve your writing?

4 Super Easy Ways To Create Characters For Short Stories
In short stories, we have less time to develop characters. In this post, we cover 4 super easy ways to create characters for short stories

The MacGuffin And Chekhov’s Gun: 2 Literary Devices Writers Should Know
Learn how writers use these literary devices – The MacGuffin and Chekhov’s Gun – to create suspense, drive plots, and keep readers hooked.

What Is Visual Storytelling? 10 Essential Techniques Every Writer Should Know
What is visual storytelling? Discover 10 essential visual storytelling techniques writers can use to create emotion, tension, and unforgettable characters in fiction.

What Is Mood? 140 Words To Describe Mood In Fiction
What is mood in fiction? Learn how to create it, with examples, and discover 140 words to describe mood in your writing.

5 Essential Exercises For Writing Dialogue
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises. This post includes five essential exercises for writing dialogue.

What Is Fantasy Fiction? Plus A Fantasy Book Title Generator
Do you want to write fantasy? We answer the question: What is fantasy fiction? And we include a fantasy book title generator for writers.

9 Essential Character Questionnaires Every Writer Needs
These 9 Essential Character Questionnaires will help writers create memorable characters, develop backstory, track relationships, and avoid plot holes.

How To Choose A Book Title: 10 Things Every Writer Should Know
Naming your book? Here are 10 tips for choosing a memorable, intriguing title that captures your story and makes readers want to read it.

10 Ways To Move Your Plot Forward
Move a plot forward with 10 practical tips for creating conflict, raising the stakes, and keeping your story moving towards a satisfying ending.

10 Ways To Create Dangerously Nuanced Antagonists (With Examples)
Great antagonists make protagonists stronger. They drive conflict and shape a novel. So, how do we create interesting, dangerously nuanced antagonists?