
12 Common Character Archetypes & How Writers Can Use Them
What are common character archetypes? Use this post to explore the 12 common character archetypes and how writers can use them in their stories.
50 Best-Selling Writers Who Were Repeatedly Rejected
Even famous best-selling authors have stories of rejection to share. In this post, we write about 50 best-selling authors who were repeatedly rejected.

How Reading These 8 Genres Could Improve Your Writing
Have you ever wondered how reading different genres could improve different aspects of your writing? We found this interesting infographic on How Reading These 8

Body Language – Eyes
In this post we look at body language relating to eyes. Body Language – Eyes Looking Sideways People who look to the sides a lot

The 6-Paragraph Synopsis Method
Most writers dread writing query letters and synopses. We hope this infographic on the 6-paragrah synopsis method makes it easier for you.

The Hero Of The Story – Understanding Antagonists
Many beginner writers struggle with plotting. This is often because these writers don’t have an antagonist for the hero of the story to fight. Each

Words That Ruin Pacing
Use this post on words that ruin pacing to help you avoid them when you write.

6 Ways To Describe A Character In First Person
In this post, we share 6 ways for you to describe a character in first person.

Agatha Christie: Secrets Behind The Bestselling Author Of All Time
Go inside the mind of Agatha Christie, the bestselling novelist of all time. Analyse her writing techniques, uncover what made her stories so successful, and

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.

What is Romantasy & Why Is It So Popular?
In this post, we look at the wildly popular modern genre of romantasy. What is romantasy and why is it so popular?

Why You Don’t Need To Put Everything In Your Book
Are you running the risk of overwhelming your readers? In this post, we tell you why you don’t need to put everything in your book.

What Is Grimdark Fiction & Where Did It Come From?
This is an introduction to the Grimdark genre. We will discover where Grimdark fiction comes from, what Grimdark fiction is, and just what makes up

How To Write Hardboiled Fiction
In this post, we explore what hardboiled fiction is, who the hardboiled detectives are, and how to write hardboiled fiction – with examples.

12 Types Of Memoirs – Which One Is Yours?
We’re writing about types of memoirs – with examples. We include what a memoir is and ask: Which type of memoir is yours?

What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One?
In this post, we look at literary tropes, specifically answering the question: What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One?

How To Write A Cozy Mystery
Cozy Mysteries are a sub-genre of detective fiction. You’ll like them if you like crime fiction without the blood and gore involved. Let’s look at

How Many Suspects Do You Need In A Crime Novel?
When we read or write crime novels, we want to find out who the baddie is. This means we need suspects from which to choose.

Writing Competitions To Inspire You
We share a selection of writing competitions to inspire you. Contests offer great opportunities for both beginner and experienced writers.