
The 5 Elements Of Story
In this post, we share the 5 elements of story using the premise that a character needs five things.

Plot Builder – 3 Steps To Spark A Satisfying Story
In this post, we look at the plot builder where we need to follow 3 steps to spark a satisfying story.

Confessions Of A Serial Under-Writer
In this post, Mia Botha tells us what to do if you have too few words in your story. There are her confessions of a

Universal Needs – Creating Characters
We have put together this post on universal needs to consider when creating characters. Use this list as a guide to identify which needs are

Types Of Love – Creating Characters
Which type of love do you have in your life? Even more importantly, which types of love do your characters have in theirs? Use these

5 Ways To Find Yourself In Your Story
I’m starting to discover that stories are already inside us. In this post, we discuss five ways to find yourself in your story.

Character Questionnaire – How Well Do You Know Your Hero?
How well do you know your hero? Use this character questionnaire to help you create a character.

The Hero’s Journey For Star Wars And The Princess Diaries
In this post, we share the hero’s journey for Star Wars and The Princess Diaries.

5 Things To Consider Before You Have Your Manuscript Appraised
Do you want a manuscript appraisal? In this post, we discuss 5 things you should consider before you have your manuscript appraised.

5 Fabulous Tips For First-Time Crime Writers
We suggest that beginner writers try writing crime, because it has strict guidelines to follow. In this post, we discuss the benefits of writing crime

The 6 Pillars Of Westerns
Are you writing a Western? In this post, we look at how using the 6 pillars of Westerns can improve your story.

Quid Pro Quo & Co. – 60 Common Latin Terms Everyone Should Know (Infographic)
Do you struggle to understand common Latin terms? In this infographic we look at Quid Pro Quo and 60 common Latin terms everyone should know.

How To Write A Bestselling Book
Have you ever wondered what it takes to write a bestselling book? And how do you write a bestselling book?

The 18 Types of Sentence Connectors + Examples (Infographic)
Struggling to connect your sentences? In this infographic, we look at the 18 types of sentence connectors with examples.

How To Be Authentic As A Writer
How can you be authentic as a writer? In this post, we tell you how to be authentic as a writer – with examples.

How To Use Contrast In Writing
What is contrast in writing? We explore how to use contrast in writing with 7 different types of contrast (with examples) that you can use

What Is Memory? & How To Use Memory In Writing
In this post we look at what memory is and how to use memory in writing.

100 Words Every Adult Should Know
In this infographic, we look at 100 words every adult should know.

What Can Viewpoint Give Your Story?
If you understand and can effectively use viewpoint, your story immediately becomes more compelling. This post explains what viewpoint can give your story.

What Is Impostor Syndrome & How Do Writers Get Over It?
Ever felt like you’re not a ‘real writer’ after all? That’s called impostor syndrome. This post will tell you how writers overcome imposter syndrome.