The Best Fantasy Map Hacks
These are the best fantasy map hacks for those writing in the fantasy genre. Use them when you are worldbuilding.
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The Death Trap – A Plot Device
What is the death trap plot device? In this post, we define the death trap, include types of death traps, and offer examples of the
What Is A Cozy Fantasy?
What is a cozy fantasy? We explore the genre and include the elements you need to write cozy fantasy – with plenty of examples.
Anton Chekhov’s 6 Rules For Writing Fiction
We’re writing about the acclaimed short story writer, Anton Chekhov. In this post, we read about Anton Chekhov’s 6 rules for writing fiction.
What is Romantasy & Why Is It So Popular?
In this post, we look at the wildly popular modern genre of romantasy. What is romantasy and why is it so popular?
Why You Don’t Need To Put Everything In Your Book
Are you running the risk of overwhelming your readers? In this post, we tell you why you don’t need to put everything in your book.
What Is Grimdark Fiction & Where Did It Come From?
This is an introduction to the Grimdark genre. We will discover where Grimdark fiction comes from, what Grimdark fiction is, and just what makes up
What Is Hardboiled Fiction? How To Write Hardboiled Fiction
In this post, we explore what hardboiled fiction is, who the hardboiled detectives are, and how to write hardboiled fiction – with examples.
12 Types Of Memoirs
Discover 12 types of memoirs, with examples and tips to help you identify the focus, theme, and approach that best suits your life story.
What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One?
In this post, we look at literary tropes, specifically answering the question: What Is A Literary Trope & Why Should I Use One?
It’s Not A Story Until Something Goes Wrong
Are you struggling to start your story? In this post, we tell you why it’s not a story until something goes wrong.
Protagonist vs Antagonist Worksheet
We need a protagonist and an antagonist in a story. We’ve included a protagonist vs antagonist worksheet to help you write your book.
9 Anti-Social Fictional Characters We Can’t Forget
What is anti-social personality disorder? In this post, we write about 9 anti-social fictional characters we can’t forget.
First Draft Checklist For Novelists
In this post, we’ve included a simple first draft checklist for novelists to help you write your book.
25 Proven Ways To Beat Writer’s Block
There are days when it is difficult to get inspired, and for writers this situation often results in writer’s block. In this infographic are 25
The 10 Secrets Of Resilient Characters
Writers Write creates writing resources and shares writing tips. This post on the 10 secrets of resilient characters will help you write your novels and
Paper Dolls — Playing Dress Up With Your Characters
The great thing about writing fiction is that we get to make stuff up all the time. In this post, we discuss playing dress up
If John Green feels like fraud, how am I supposed to cope?
I love The Fault In Our Stars – I have made no secret of this and John Green is awesome. But, apparently, John Green feels like
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
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