
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.

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?

What Is Your Writing Element?
Which element dominates the stories you write and read? In this post, we discuss your writing element.

How To Use Punctuation In Dialogue
How do I punctuate dialogue? In this post, we write about how to use punctuation in dialogue.

Secrets Of A Memoirist
Are you thinking about writing a memoir? Do you think you have a memoir that is interesting enough to write and one that people will