
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.

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

Why Do Writers Fail To Finish Their Books?
The internet says around 80% of Americans want to write a book. If so many writers want to do it, why do so many fail?

How Much Does It Cost To Write A Book?
What is the cost of writing a book? At different stages of your writing journey, you will be paying for different things. In this post,

The Writing War Machine
In this post, we look at why writing is like war and the role of the writer in that war. We examine the writing war

How To Use Instant Messages In Fiction
In this post, we look at instant messaging in storytelling and tell you how to use instant messages in fiction.

Why It’s Okay Not To Write (& Simple Steps To Start Writing Again)
In this post, we explore why it’s okay not to write, and include simple steps to help you start writing again.

You Didn’t Quit NaNo | The Rewrite
Did you participate in National Novel Writing Month? Have you managed to complete it? Well done. You didn’t quit NaNo. Now it’s time for the

14 Fancy Copywriting Terms Explained
In this post, we’ve included explanations and examples for 14 fancy copywriting terms.

10 Perfect Writing Prompts For Thanksgiving
The holidays give writers a wonderful opportunity to collect material for stories. We’ve included 10 perfect prompts for Thanksgiving to inspire your writing.

Don’t Quit NaNo | Catch Up
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? Have you fallen a little behind? Don’t despair and don’t quit NaNo. You can catch up.

100 Quick Writing Tips | Infographic
Are you looking for chart filled with quick writing tips? In this infographic, we share 100 quick writing tips to help you with your writing.