Things You‘ll Discover About Publishers (When You’ve Worked With One)
In this post, I look at things you’ll discover about publishers.
Creative Writing
How Reading Quotes Makes You A Better Writer
Do you love collecting quotes? In this post we look at how reading quotes makes you a better writer.
How To Write A Believable AI Character
How do you write an AI character readers will care about? Explore the rules and secrets to making artificial intelligence believable.
Plot Or Character – Which Comes First In A Romance Novel?
Are character and plot tightly linked in a romance novel? Plot or character in romance novels – which comes first?
The Writer’s Guide To Courtroom Fiction
Learn how to write courtroom fiction with realistic trials, compelling lawyers, and authentic legal drama that keeps readers hooked.
4 Great Fiction Books That Have Fictional Authors As Their Main Characters
In this post, we explore 4 great fiction books that have fictional authors as main characters.
8 Ways To Jumpstart Your Writing With Artificial Intelligence
As writers, it’s unethical to let Artificial Intelligence write our stories or poems. But maybe that machine can be helpful yet. This article will show
Kishotenketsu: The Secret Of Plotless Story Structure
What is Kishotenketsu and how does this form of storytelling work? What is the The Secret Of Plotless Story Structure?
3 Great Fiction Books That Have Real Authors As Their Main Characters
In this post, we explore 3 great fiction books that have real authors as their main characters.
3 Great Books Set In Book Clubs
In this post, we explore excellent books that are set in book clubs.
10 Perfectly Practical New Year’s Resolutions For Writers
It’s time to make those dreaded New Year’s Resolutions for writers. Here are some practical goals for writers.
3 Simple Ways To Show And Not Tell
Telling should be used sparingly because it distances the reader from the character’s goals and actions. Here are 3 simple ways to help you show
Underlying Emotions
Use this chart to help you understand what lies beneath your characters’ feelings. These are their Underlying Emotions.
All About Cinderella – Kurt Vonnegut Explains The Shapes Of Stories
In this video, American novelist, Kurt Vonnegut explains the shape of stories.
The 5 Most Common Fiction Writing Mistakes
After teaching writing for many years, we have identified the 5 most common fiction writing mistakes made by debut writers.
30 Inspiring Tips For National Novel Writing Month
Writing 1667 words a day for 30 days during the month of November – also known as NaNoWriMo – is a good way to add
The Audience’s Journey
In this post, we share an infographic of the 12 steps of The Audience’s Journey in response to The Hero’s Journey.
Words For Emotions
Use this useful list of words for emotions. Decide whether you want to say something in a weak, mild, or strong way.
The Hero’s Journey
In this post, we share an infographic of the 12 steps of The Hero’s Journey, a device used by many writers when plotting their books.
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