
All About Cinderella – Kurt Vonnegut Explains The Shapes Of Stories
In this video, American novelist, Kurt Vonnegut explains the shape of stories.

The 5 Most Common Fiction Writing Mistakes
After teaching writing for many years, we have identified the 5 most common fiction writing mistakes made by debut writers.

30 Inspiring Tips For National Novel Writing Month
Writing 1667 words a day for 30 days during the month of November – also known as NaNoWriMo – is a good way to add
The Audience’s Journey
In this post, we share an infographic of the 12 steps of The Audience’s Journey in response to The Hero’s Journey.

Words For Emotions
Use this useful list of words for emotions. Decide whether you want to say something in a weak, mild, or strong way.

The Hero’s Journey
In this post, we share an infographic of the 12 steps of The Hero’s Journey, a device used by many writers when plotting their books.

Naming Characters – 10 Things To Consider
Choosing names for fictional people is important. We have put together this list of 10 things to consider when naming characters in your books.


Why People Read Detective Novels
What kind of people read detective stories and why? Find out why people read detective novels.

15 Bookish Biographies To Read Before You Die
In this post from Writers Write, we share 15 bookish biographies to read before you die.

10 Essential Tips for Writing Antagonists
Every protagonist needs an antagonist. In this post, we discuss 10 essential tips for writing antagonists.

8 Writers Write Graduates Books Released
2013 has been a good for Writers Write graduates so far. Congratulations to these authors on the publication of their books. EATS: Enjoy All the

8 Archetypes For Heroes & Heroines
In this post, we share 8 archetypes for heroes and heroines for you to use in your stories.

6 Things To Consider Before You Cross Your Genres
In this post, we look at 6 things to consider before you cross your genres. Not only are genres crossing over, they’re having a party

3 Writers Write Graduates Published
Congratulations to Liesel Schwarz on the release of A Clockwork Heart the second book in her Steampunk Trilogy, The Chronicles of Light and Shadow. Congratulations to Morad Zaffron on the publication of his

Say It, Without Saying It…
How do we say something without actually saying it when we write? It’s all about showing using body language, and not telling.

Writer’s Block & The Fine Art of Procrastination
Writers make the best procrastinators. They often use writer’s block and the fine art of procrastination as an excuse.

10 Ways To Tell If You’re Writing With Confidence
In this post, we write about 10 ways to tell if you’re writing with confidence.

The Top 10 Tips For Plotting And Finishing A Book
Are you battling with plotting? Are you struggling to finish a story? We write about the top 10 tips for plotting and finishing a book.

Overcoming Writer’s Block (Infographic)
Have you ever felt as if you just can’t write? This infographic is filled with helpful tips for overcoming writer’s block to get you back