3 Reasons You Need Sidekicks In Your Novels
Does your main character need more than a confidant? This post is about sidekicks and what their roles are in novels.
Creative Writing
Viewpoint Part One – Viewpoint Is Your Voice
Writers Write creates writing resources and shares writing tips. In this post, we show you how viewpoint is your voice.
5 Things I’ve Learnt From My Literary Autopsies
I keep a file of my literary autopsies for a reason. I have learnt so much from these abandoned novels. Here are 5 things I’ve
The Importance Of Varying Sentence Length
This sentence has five words… This post is about The Importance Of Varying Sentence Length.
How To Find Workable Story Ideas
Where is your Idea Store? In this post, we discuss how to find workable story ideas.
Write About What Matters
Writing what you know is great advice. It is a good place to start. Should you write what you know or should you write about
The One Thing You Need To Know About Plotting A Series
If you are writing a trilogy, or a longer series, there is one important thing you need to know about plotting a series of books.
10 (Amazingly Simple) Tips To Get You Back On The Writing Track
Are you stuck? Do you need help moving your story forward? These 10 tips will help you get back on the writing track.
5 Ways A Sub-Plot Improves Your Story
There is one element in plotting our story that we sometimes forget or neglect—the sub-plot. In this post, we look at five ways a sub-plot
How To Kill Characters When You Write – Confessions Of A Serial Killer
I hate it when a character dies. I am a sucker for a happy ending. For me to kill someone instead of sending them off
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.
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