A Quick Start Guide To Writing Crime Fiction
In this post, we explore how to write crime – with examples. We’ve created a quick start guide to writing crime fiction.
Creative Writing
Harlan Coben On Writing Suspense
We’re writing about the bestselling thriller author, Harlan Coben. In this post, we feature Harlan Coben on writing suspense.
A Quick Start Guide To Writing Dialogue
In this post, we explore what dialogue should do and how to write it – with examples. We’ve created a quick start guide to writing
The 5 Most Common Themes In Literature
Ever wondered why some themes come up again and again? In this post, we’ll look at 5 of the most common themes in literature and
The Moment Of Change In Fiction
In this blog, we explore how a clear moment of change can strengthen a character’s arc and give your plot a distinct turning point. The
Writing Is An Act Of Courage
Is writing an act of courage? How do you face this challenge and deal with the fear of writing? We answer these questions and share
What Is Deus Ex Machina in Storytelling?
What is a deus ex machina? Should we use a deus ex machina in storytelling? We look at levels of deus ex machina and give
What Is True Crime & How Do I Write It?
What is true crime? We explore and define the true crime genre. We give you examples of some of the best true crime books. And
How To Write A Paranormal Story
What is a paranormal story? We define a paranormal story – with examples – and we give tips on how to write a paranormal story.
How Your Writing Tool Shapes Your Text
Choose the right tool for the job – that phrase goes for writers too. This blog tells you how your writing tool shapes your text.
17 Screenwriting Scenes You Should Use In Your Novel
In this post, we write about 17 screenwriting scenes you should use in your novel.
14 Things To Consider Before You Write The End Of Your Book
Ending your story is often harder than starting it. We have written this post on 14 things you need to consider before you write the end
The Top 10 Writing Posts for July 2015
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in July 2015: Make Me Care – Nine Ways To Ensure An Unforgettable Read The Three Surprises You
How To Check If Your Story Ending Suits Your Genre
In this post, we discuss how you can check if your story ending suits your genre. We use examples of endings in the the disaster
Suspending Disbelief – 3 Tips To Keep Your Reader Hooked
In this post, we write about how readers need to buy into your story by suspending disbelief and we give you 3 tips to keep
How A Believable Theme Builds A Believable Plot
Plot is theme in action. In this post, we discuss how a believable theme builds a believable plot.
6 Reasons To Use A Sub-Plot (& How To Make A Sub-Plot Work)
This post is about the importance of sub-plots. We give you 6 reasons to use a sub-plot and how to make a sub-plot work.
The 12 Best Tools To Use Before Self-Publishing A Book
Guest Post: Publishing a book using traditional publishers can be intimidating for new and established writers alike. They are known for rejecting even the best
Should You Write For Yourself Or Your Audience?
For whom are you writing your book? In this post, we explore the question: Should you write for yourself or your audience?
How Do You Describe Characters? 5 Simple Ways To Describe Characters
How do you describe characters? In this post, we have included 5 simple ways to describe characters in your stories.
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