
How To Get Your Characters Into Trouble
In this post, we give you three ways to get your characters into trouble when you’re writing a book. Unlike real life, writers can make fictional characters

How To Make The Most Of Your Scenes When You Write
We love to make the most of scenes when we’re writing and in this post, we discuss how you can do it too.

Fallen Heroes – Creating Characters By Looking At Real People
We’re all fascinated by fallen heroes. We love creating characters by looking at real people and, in this post, we discuss how writers do it.

5 Lifelines For Writers With Deadlines
Are you struggling to meet your writing deadlines? Every writer does. In this post, we offer 5 lifelines for writers with deadlines.

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

Charged and Booked—Responding to Criminal Possession
Are you a book addict? Do you have more books than you can possibly ever read? Our blogger admits that he should be charged and

3 Things You Need To Do At The Beginning Of Your Novel
We love to read books that begin well. In this post, we discuss 3 things you need to do at the beginning of your novel.

Why You Need Strong Verbs When You Write
We discuss why you need strong verbs when you write, and give you examples.

The 5 Qualities Published Authors Share
In this post, we discuss five qualities published authors share.

5 Ways To Make Description Work In Your Novel
In this post, we give you five ways to make description work in your novel.

10 Life-Changing Benefits Of Reading More Books
Discover 10 life-changing benefits of reading more books, from improving your mind and creativity to reducing stress and enriching your life.

The Author’s Promise: The Two Things Every Writer Owes Their Reader
Learn the author’s promise and find out the two commitments every writer should make to keep readers turning the pages until the end.

What Is Subject-Verb Agreement? 30 Examples To Master Concord
Learn what concord means in writing and why subject-verb agreement matters. We share 30 examples to help you improve your grammar.

7 Ways ‘What If?’ Helps Writers Create Better Stories
Learn how fiction writers use ‘What if?’ to generate ideas, solve story problems, and create stronger characters, plots, and worlds.

The 6 Non-Fiction Genres That Sell The Most Books
Discover the 6 non-fiction genres that sell the most books. Learn what readers buy most and how these popular genres dominate global book sales.

Why Every Story Needs Consequences
Why do consequences matter in fiction? Readers expect actions to have consequences. Learn how this simple rule creates satisfying stories.

How To Write A Space Opera
Learn how to write a space opera filled with epic adventures, unforgettable characters, and interstellar conflict that readers will love.

Scenes And Sequels: The Writer’s Guide To Stronger Story Structure
Learn how scenes and sequels shape a story. Discover how writers use this simple structure to build tension and improve pacing.

What Is Dystopian Fiction & How Do I Write It?
Explore dystopian fiction and learn why readers love this genre. Discover its elements and get tips for writing dynamic dystopian stories.

What Is Utopian Fiction & How Do I Write It?
What is a utopia? Learn how to create an ideal world for your story and use simple tips to write believable, engaging utopian fiction.