
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

5 Ways To Find Your Way Back To Creativity & Writing
In this post, we offer you a way to beat burnout and 5 ways to find your way back to creativity and writing.

The Ultimate Ghostwriting Guide (For Clients & Writers)
Are you thinking of hiring a ghostwriter or becoming a ghostwriter? In this post, we’ve created the ultimate ghostwriting guide for clients and writers.

6 Tips For Finding Your Writing Tribe
In this post, we look at the value of finding a writing community, and give you 6 tips for finding your writing tribe.

On Plot-Driven vs Character-Driven Stories
In this post, we explore the difference between plot-driven and character-driven stories.

Writers Talk 10 | Creativity & Imagination
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our tenth podcast, we talk about Creativity and Imagination for writers.

You Don’t Have To Do Anything As A Writer
Are you tired of all the writing rules? In this post, we’re here to tell you that you don’t have to do anything as a

How Much Detail Do You Need In A Novel?
Are you struggling with descriptions in your book? In this post we answer the question, ‘How much detail do you need in a novel?’

Writers Talk 9 | Journey To The West
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our ninth podcast, we talk about the classic text, Journey To The West.

How Much Profanity Do You Need In Your Novel?
In this post we answer the question, ‘How much profanity do you need in your novel?’ and give you tips for including it.

Our Top 5 Short Story Posts & A Short Story Course Offer
We’re sharing our top five short story posts of all time with a short story course offer.