Left Brain / Right Brain
The parts of the brain that are responsible for processing speech and language are highly specialised and located on the outside of the left side of the brain. (source)

10 Principles Of Effective Writing
How do you write clearly and effectively? If you want to write well, this list includes 10 principles of effective writing.

You Can Submit A Better Manuscript
Writers Write is a writing resource. In this post, our guest blogger writes about how you can submit a better manuscript.

Avoid These 10 Verbs That Make You Tell
We have put together this list of 10 verbs that make you tell when you write. Avoid these 10 verbs that make you tell.


The New Publishing Game
I teach people to write books. I love what I do. I also love this exciting new publishing world of ours. Publishing is changing. People who earn

Winning Words – Romance Writing Short Story Winners
More good news for Writers Write! Another Writers Write graduate has won the The Essentials romance writing competition.

A Simple Formula for Writing a Short Story
Learn how to write a short story with this simple formula. Cut out the mistakes and follow a clear, practical approach to crafting a short

Harry & Luke – There Are No New Plots
In this post we show you that there are no new plots when you write books. We use the example of Harry & Luke to

Naming Characters – 33 Fabulous Resources To Use
Naming characters in your stories is as important as naming your children. We have put together this list of 33 resources to use when naming

Test Your Plot – Finding A Fresh Angle Is Easier Than You Think
In this post, we talk about finding a way to test your plot and find a fresh angle. We include techniques for developing a fresh,

The Pros (& Cons) Of Outlining
In this post, our guest blogger writes about the pros and cons of outlining.

5 Ways To Create A Space for A Story To Grow
Stories sometimes hide from us and they need to be coaxed from the imagination to the page. Here are 5 ways to create a space

2 Types Of Conflict To Squeeze Into A Short Story
Writers Write is a resource for short story writers. In this post, we discuss the two types of conflict to squeeze into a short story.

An Illustrated Look At Creating Dynamic Characters
A dynamic character undergoes substantial internal change. In this post, we share an illustrated look at creating dynamic characters.

Angry Characters And What To Do With Them
Are you including angry characters in your stories? In this post, we talk about angry characters and what to do with them.

How To Structure Your Children’s Story
If you are writing for children, we have put together a post on how to structure your children’s story.

5 Visualisation Techniques To Help You Draft A Book
In this post, our guest blogger writes about 5 visualisation techniques to help you draft a book.

The Crowded Dream: Letting Go Of Guilt
Have you had a crowded dream? In this post, we look at how letting go of guilt can help you as a writer. Write about