4 Super Easy Ways To Create Characters For Short Stories
In short stories, we have less time to develop characters. In this post, we cover 4 super easy ways to create characters for short stories
Creative Writing
The MacGuffin And Chekhov’s Gun: 2 Literary Devices Writers Should Know
Learn how writers use these literary devices – The MacGuffin and Chekhov’s Gun – to create suspense, drive plots, and keep readers hooked.
What Is Visual Storytelling? 10 Essential Techniques Every Writer Should Know
What is visual storytelling? Discover 10 essential visual storytelling techniques writers can use to create emotion, tension, and unforgettable characters in fiction.
What Is Mood? 140 Words To Describe Mood In Fiction
What is mood in fiction? Learn how to create it, with examples, and discover 140 words to describe mood in your writing.
5 Essential Exercises For Writing Dialogue
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises. This post includes five essential exercises for writing dialogue.
What Is Fantasy Fiction? Plus A Fantasy Book Title Generator
Do you want to write fantasy? We answer the question: What is fantasy fiction? And we include a fantasy book title generator for writers.
9 Essential Character Questionnaires Every Writer Needs
These 9 Essential Character Questionnaires will help writers create memorable characters, develop backstory, track relationships, and avoid plot holes.
How To Choose A Book Title: 10 Things Every Writer Should Know
Naming your book? Here are 10 tips for choosing a memorable, intriguing title that captures your story and makes readers want to read it.
10 Ways To Move Your Plot Forward
Move a plot forward with 10 practical tips for creating conflict, raising the stakes, and keeping your story moving towards a satisfying ending.
10 Ways To Create Dangerously Nuanced Antagonists (With Examples)
Great antagonists make protagonists stronger. They drive conflict and shape a novel. So, how do we create interesting, dangerously nuanced antagonists?
100 Quick Writing Tips | Infographic
Are you looking for chart filled with quick writing tips? In this infographic, we share 100 quick writing tips to help you with your writing.
Why Writing A Book Is Like Going To The Dentist | A Filler Post
We hope you enjoy this filler post on why writing a book is like going to the dentist.
Don’t Quit NaNo | Finish Week 4
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? In this post, we give you tips to help you finish week 4 of NaNo.
How To Edit Your Writing Like A Pro
Learn how to edit your writing like a pro with practical tips, a simple editing process, and three media tools every writer should use.
Don’t Quit NaNo | Tips For Week 3
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? In this post, we give you tips to help you get through week 3 of NaNo.
What Makes A Compelling First Chapter?
Are you wondering how to begin your book? In this post, we look at what makes a compelling first chapter – with examples.
Don’t Quit NaNo | Week 2 Is Coming
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? In this post we suggest that you don’t quit NaNo and give you tips to help you
The Romantic Hero
In this post, we look at one of the lead characters of a category romance, the romantic hero, and give you tips for writing about
7 Common Horror Mistakes & How To Avoid Them
If you want to write scary stories, read our post on seven common horror mistakes and how to avoid them.
A Quick Start Guide To NaNoWriMo
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? Use our quick start guide to NaNoWriMo to help you.
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