
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

How Writers Can Get The Most Out Of Their ResearchÂ
We talk about how writers can get the most out of their research. Often we don’t know where to start when it comes to research.Â

A Writer’s Sketchbook To Help You Create Characters
This post includes suggestions for a writer’s sketchbook to help you create characters.

The 15 Most Memorable Mothers In Literature
Use our list of the 15 most memorable mothers in literature to inspire you to create memorable mothers in the books you write.

Why You Should Be Specific When You Write
In writing we try to be as precise as possible. In this post, we discuss why you should be specific when you write.

The Top 10 Writing Posts for April 2014
These were the Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in April 2014. Cheat Sheets for Writing Body Language – Translate emotions into written body language The Locked

10 Things Successful Authors Do
Have you ever wondered why some authors succeed and others don’t? In this post, we write about 10 things successful authors do.

Shades Of Emotion – Creating Characters
Do emotions help when creating characters? In this post, we look at the shades of emotions behind the words we choose. These are the shades
The Top Five Tips For Using Body Language In Your Writing
Why should we use body language when we write? Here are the top five tips for using body language in your writing.

How To Work With A Book Illustrator
Book illustrators are incredibly valuable members of your team. Find out how to work with a book illustrator in this post.

Reverse Engineering For Writers
Feeling stuck in your story? Waffling about? Reverse Engineering For Writers might do the trick! You can learn about it in this post.

5 Reasons To Say Yes To Your Book
Struggling to write? In this post, we give you 5 reasons to say yes to your book.

Why Chapters & Their Lengths Matter
In this post, we explore why chapters and their lengths matter when you write.

5 Netflix Shows That Will Make You A Better Writer
Writers, why don’t you watch these Netflix shows? We’re sharing 5 Netflix shows that will make you a better writer.

6 Of The Oldest First-Time Authors (Infographic)
Who are the world’s oldest first-time authors? In this post, we share an infographic of 6 of The World’s Oldest First-Time Authors.

What Is The Fourth Person Viewpoint?
What is the fourth person viewpoint? In this post, we look at the pros and cons of writing in the fourth person viewpoint.

Hilary Mantel’s Guide To Writing Historical Fiction
Learn historical fiction writing with Hilary Mantel’s guide. Explore 26 details that made her historical fiction so powerful and engaging.

Why Writing Is Like Swimming In The Sea
Swimming in the sea and writing books have similar journeys. Find out why writing is like swimming in the sea.

The Art Of Introducing A Character
How do you introduce a character in your story? In this post, we look at the art of introducing a character in fiction.