Trashy Novels, Treasure Troves: What Writers Can Steal
Trashy novels aren’t really trash – they’re lessons in disguise. We explore what writers can learn from so-called ‘trashy’ fiction.
Creative Writing
17 Ways To Think Like A Writer Every Day
Want to become a better author? Discover 17 practical ways to think like a writer every day and strengthen your writing skills.
A Quick Start Guide To Writing First & Last Lines
Learn how to write powerful first and last lines with this quick-start guide, complete with clear examples to inspire your writing.
Why The Silence Of The Lambs Is A Masterclass For Thriller Writers
Discover why The Silence of the Lambs, based on the novel by Thomas Harris, is a masterclass in thriller writing.
Write A Page-Turning Book Blurb In Just 5 Steps
Discover a simple 5-step formula to write a page-turning blurb that grabs attention, builds intrigue, and drives clicks.
10 Weird Things Writers Do
Authors are dear to our hearts, and we find that a lot of their charm lies in their eccentricities. This blog is about the weird
The Sci-Fi Genre That Feels Too Real – What Is Mundane Science Fiction?
Discover what defines the mundane science fiction genre, its core characteristics, and standout story examples.
What Is A Character Bible & Why Do I Need One?
If you’ve ever felt as if the inmates have taken over the asylum when it comes to the novel you’re writing, you probably need a
Master Body Language In Writing With These Easy Cheat Sheets
What is body language and how do you use it when you write? Use these cheat sheets to master your body language descriptions.
Weird Habits Of Famous Writers
Writers are a special breed – whatever it is you do to get yourself to create, you are not alone. Here are 5 weird habits
The Top 10 Reasons To Write Short Stories
We love short stories at Writers Write. In this post, we share our top 10 reasons to write short stories.
209 Words To Describe Touch – A Resource For Writers
We have put together a list of 209 words to describe touch that will help you describe what a character feels when they touch something
5 Ways To Reconnect With Your Book
Do you feel as if there is a distance between you and the work you’re creating? At some stage, writers need to regroup and reconnect
Why Finding A Publisher Is A Lot Like Having A Crush
Why is finding a publisher a lot like having a crush?
7 Tips To Help You Write A Publishable How-To Book
How-to books are the staples of the non-fiction market. These books offer the reader a method for doing or making something. Here are 7 Tips
November Is When Your Novel Happens
Could you write a novel in a month? November is when your novel happens. NaNoWriMo challenges participants to write 50 000 words of a new
Why You Need An Antagonist – May The Villain Be With You When You Write
In this post, we suggest that it’s not a choice to have an antagonist in your story. It’s a necessity. May the villain be with
5 Reasons To Write Crime Fiction
In this post, we give you 5 reasons to write crime fiction.
The Importance Of Having A Style Guide
In this post, we discuss the importance of having a style guide.
How To Let Your Characters Tell Their Story
Dialogue is one of the best fiction writing tools. It is a great way for you as an author to step out of the way
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