
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?

How Your Characters’ To-Do Lists Can Help You Plot Your Book
In this post, we show you how your characters’ to-do lists can help you plot your book.

Why Writing A Memoir Is All About The ‘How’
Discover why writing a memoir is all about the ‘how’, not just what happened, and learn how to turn your life experiences into a compelling

What Is Happiness? 29 Ways To Write About Happiness
What is happiness? In this post, we have included 29 things for you to consider when you write about happiness.

The Top 42 Writing Posts Of 2018
At the beginning of the year we have a tradition of posting our Top 42 Writing Posts from the previous year.

What Is Fear? 32 Ways To Write About Fear
What is fear? In this post, we have included 32 things for you to consider when you write about fear.

5 Simple Ways To Keep The Writing Dream Alive
Rather than a die-hard ‘to do’ list for the next twelve months, we look at 5 simple ways to keep the writing dream alive.

Do You Want To Write A Memoir?
Use this post to answer the question: Do you want to write a memoir?

Why You Need A Premise In Fiction
In this post, we write about what a premise is and why you need a premise in fiction. We explore the power of the premise.

7 Ways To Create Suspense In Your Memoir
Learn how to create suspense in your memoir with the seven practical techniques for building tension and drama.

Breaking Down Writer’s Block
While some people cry foul at the mere mention of writer’s block, claiming it’s all in the writer’s mind, the fact that there are days