
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

Plot Or Character – Which Comes First In A Romance Novel?
Are character and plot tightly linked in a romance novel? Plot or character in romance novels – which comes first?

The Writer’s Guide To Courtroom Fiction
Learn how to write courtroom fiction with realistic trials, compelling lawyers, and authentic legal drama that keeps readers hooked.

4 Great Fiction Books That Have Fictional Authors As Their Main Characters
In this post, we explore 4 great fiction books that have fictional authors as main characters.

8 Ways To Jumpstart Your Writing With Artificial Intelligence
As writers, it’s unethical to let Artificial Intelligence write our stories or poems. But maybe that machine can be helpful yet. This article will show

Kishotenketsu: The Secret Of Plotless Story Structure
What is Kishotenketsu and how does this form of storytelling work? What is the The Secret Of Plotless Story Structure?

3 Great Fiction Books That Have Real Authors As Their Main Characters
In this post, we explore 3 great fiction books that have real authors as their main characters.

3 Great Books Set In Book Clubs
In this post, we explore excellent books that are set in book clubs.

How To Judge A Book By Its Colour
What book you buy is influenced by the colour of the book cover. Do you choose books based on colour? This article explores how to

4 Great Books Set In Libraries
In this post, we explore excellent books that are set in libraries.

What Is Colour Psychology For Writers?
What is colour psychology? How does colour affect what you write? In this post, we explore colour psychology for writers.