How To Write A Paranormal Story
What is a paranormal story? We define a paranormal story – with examples – and we give tips on how to write a paranormal story.
Creative Writing
How Your Writing Tool Shapes Your Text
Choose the right tool for the job – that phrase goes for writers too. This blog tells you how your writing tool shapes your text.
How To Write A Tragedy – That Fatal Flaw
In this blog, we look at what makes a tragedy, how to write a tragedy, the different types of tragedies, and some great tips for
A Quick Start Guide To Writing An Inciting Incident
In this post, we define an inciting incident in fiction – with examples. We’ve created a quick start guide to writing an inciting incident.
What Is Fan Fiction & How Do I Write It?
We’re writing about fan fiction – what it is and how to write it. We also include examples of fan fiction.
Why Writers Should Write By Hand
Writers should write by hand – we keep hearing this all the time, but why? This blog post will tell you why writers should write
How Much Technobabble Should You Use in Science Fiction?
I love Science Fiction, and Science Fiction loves technobabble almost as much as it likes green space lasers. This is about how much technobabble you
The 6 Pillars Of Young Adult Fiction
Are you writing for young adults? In this post we include a definition of young adult fiction with examples, and present the 6 pillars of
What’s Your Story’s Tone? (& Why It Matters More Than You Think)
In this blog, we look at how tone shapes stories and novels, why it matters, and how to use it in your own work.
What Is A Cozy Horror & How Do I Write One?
A cozy horror is a relatively new sub-genre of horror. In this post, we explore what a cozy horror is, with examples. We also give
What Is Subtext & How Do I Create It?
What is subtext? In this post, we look at the meaning of subtext and give you tips for creating it in your writing. We also
Proofreading
So you’ve finished rewriting your book and you’ve had an appraisal and an edit, and now it’s time to get even more help. In this
The Super Simple Story Structure & How to Use It
Are you looking for a great plotting formula? In this post, we look at a super simple story structure and tell you how to use
5 Things To Remember While Writing A Novel
If you’re writing a book, there are a few things to keep in mind. In this post, we look at 5 things to remember while
6 Differences Between A Novel & A Memoir
Are you wondering if you should write a memoir or a novel based on your life experiences? In this post, we look at six differences
How To Write An Ethically & Socially Sensitive Story
Why should a writer care about being socially and ethically sensitive? If you’re thinking about writing an ethically and socially sensitive story, find out how to
The Edit
So you’ve finished rewriting your book and you’ve had an appraisal. Now it’s time to get some more help. In this post, we look at
What Is Business Writing? Everything You Need To Know About Business Writing
What is business writing? If you work in a business and you write to colleagues and clients, you are a business writer. In this post,
Your Book: What To Cut & What To Keep
Are you over- or under-writing your story? In this post, we look at five things you need to cut from your book and six things
How To Use The Short Story Checklist
If you’re a short story writer, you’ll have read our post on why you need a short story checklist. In this post, we discuss how
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