The 5 Elements Of Story
In this post, we share the 5 elements of story using the premise that a character needs five things.
Creative Writing
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
Writers Talk 1 | Neil Gaiman
Welcome to our new podcast series, Writers Talk. In our first podcast our writers talk about the British author, Neil Gaiman.
Hard Or Soft Worldbuilding: What Every Writer Needs To Know
What’s the difference between hard worldbuilding and soft worldbuilding? We explain both types of worldbuilding, give examples, and help you decide which approach is best
15 Adjectives To Delete To Strengthen Your Writing Immediately
Do you use too many adjectives in your writing? We look at 15 adjectives to delete or replace that will strengthen your writing immediately.
5 Common Traits Of A Successful Memoir
If you’re writing your life story, use this short checklist to find out if you’ve included the 5 common traits of a successful memoir.
Traditional Publishing – Part Three
This week, Mia Botha continues her interviews with staff members at Pan Macmillan South Africa, who answer our questions on traditional publishing.
10 Types Of Sentences You Won’t See In Good Writing
Are you looking for ways to write better sentences? In this post, we look at 10 types of sentences you won’t see in good writing.
Novels & Screenplays: What’s The Difference?
In this post, we look at the differences between novels and screenplays. We look at collaboration, costs, and choices, and we answer your question: Should
Janet Burroway’s 4 Aspects Of Narrative Time
What is Narrative Time? In this post, we look at how time works in a story through Janet Burroway’s 4 aspects of narrative time.
Traditional Publishing – Part Two
Last week we began our discussion about traditional publishing. This week, Mia Botha continues her interviews with Pan Macmillan South Africa, who answer our questions.
30 Excuses Not To Write Your NaNoWriMo Novel
In this post, our blogger takes a comic look at NaNoWriMo and includes 30 excuses not to write your NaNoWriMo novel.
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