
5 Short Cuts For Creating An Inciting Moment
In the beginning of a story, a main character is confronted with a crisis. This post includes five short cuts for creating an inciting moment.

When A Writer Dies
When a writer dies the world is a sadder place. When a writer dies a star goes out. ≈ ← This is a pinch of

The Top 12 Quotes On Writing Memoirs
We share our top 12 quotes on writing memoirs. If you love to read and write memoirs, you will love to hear what famous writers

9 Modern Writing Muses Every Writer Needs
This post is about the 9 modern muses writers need to make them write.

Play It Again, Sam
Play It Again, Sam. Read this post to find out why you need to think about naming characters.

5 Essential Tips For Writing A Memoir
In this post, we share 5 essential tips for writing a memoir.

3 Things Readers Want From Writers
Readers want to be entertained, challenged, and inspired. These are the 3 things readers want from writers. Do you have them in your writing arsenal?

The Writing Muse I Really Need
This post is about the writing muse writers really need.

50 Ways To Say Villain
If you’re writing about a villain, read this post. We include 50 ways to say villain.

Fiction Writers Should Have Fun
Do you feel as if your life as a writer is too serious? Find out why fiction writers should have fun.

How To Deal With A Writer’s Inner Critic
Every writer questions their ability to write. In this post, we give you three easy steps to help you deal with your writer’s inner critic.

What Is Cozy Fiction? & How To Write It
What is cozy fiction? We include the types of cozy fiction – with plenty of examples. We also tell you how to write cozy fiction

What Is Exposition In A Story?
What is exposition? We include a definition, the two types of exposition, how to include exposition, and examples of exposition in fiction.

6 Fascinating Fictional Character Types
Characters are the stars of your story. In this post, we offer you 6 fascinating fictional characters for your books.

The Rule Of Two For Writers
In this post, we look at characters and the rule of two for writers.

7 Spine-Chilling Tips For Writing An Unforgettable Horror Story
What makes a great horror story? We discuss 7 spine-chilling tips for writing an unforgettable horror story. We also include 5 tips to get you

The Best Fantasy Map Hacks
These are the best fantasy map hacks for those writing in the fantasy genre. Use them when you are worldbuilding.

The Death Trap – A Plot Device
What is the death trap plot device? In this post, we define the death trap, include types of death traps, and offer examples of the

What Is A Cozy Fantasy?
What is a cozy fantasy? In this post, we explore the genre. We include the elements of cozy fantasy – with plenty of examples.

Anton Chekhov’s 6 Rules For Writing Fiction
We’re writing about the acclaimed short story writer, Anton Chekhov. In this post, we read about Anton Chekhov’s 6 rules for writing fiction.