
Write Your Synopsis Without Losing The Essence Of Your Story
How does one write about a novel’s synopsis without breaking into a sweat? In this post, we look at how you can write your synopsis

5 Reasons To Abandon Your Novel
In this post, we examine the top 5 reasons writers abandon or discard a novel before it gets to publication.

What Procrastination Can Do For You
Procrastination has a bad reputation. Writers should snap out of it. But wait! There are benefits worth knowing. In this article, we’ll show you how

39 Literary Devices Every Writer Should Know
In this infographic, you will find a great resource – 39 literary devices every writer should know.

6 Mistakes Screenwriters Make
We share 6 of the most common mistakes screenwriters make (and how to avoid them). The insights will keep you on track when writing your

What Is Grief? 37 Ways To Write About Grief
What is grief? In this post, we have included 37 things for you to consider when you write about grief.

Why Do We Love Mr Darcy So?
Mr Darcy is the perfect romantic hero, but why do we love Mr Darcy so?

What Is A Pastiche & Why Should I Write One?
What is a pastiche and why should I write one? In this post, we ask and answer the question.

12 Point Checklist For Your Story Goal
Follow the useful 12 point checklist in this post to make sure you have a powerful story goal and a compelling plot.

The 4 Pillars Of Magic Realism
Have you ever wondered what magic realism is? In this post, we look at how the four pillars of magic realism can improve your storytelling

How To Make Your First Chapter Impossible To Put Down
Learn how to make your first chapter impossible to put down with techniques to hook readers from page one and keep them turning the pages.

Plotting vs Pantsing: Pros, Cons, & How To Choose Your Writing Method
Compare plotting vs pantsing in writing. Learn the pros and cons of each method and find your ideal approach.

12 Setting Secrets Every Storyteller Needs To Know
What is setting in storytelling? Discover 12 essential elements every writer should understand to create vivid, immersive story worlds.

Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall – One Story, Three Interpretations
Let’s look at how one story can have three interpretations: Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall.

5 Famous Writers On Writing A Villain
Explore 5 famous authors’ insights on writing compelling villains, plus lessons from their most iconic stories to use in your own fiction.

How To Use AI Without Compromising Your Integrity As A Writer
We explore how to use AI and not compromise your integrity as a writer. Can you work with AI without sacrificing your values?

How To Write What You Love
In this post, we tell you how to write what you love – not what other people think you should write.

Trashy Novels, Treasure Troves: What Writers Can Steal
Trashy novels aren’t really trash – they’re lessons in disguise. We explore what writers can learn from so-called ‘trashy’ fiction.

17 Ways To Think Like A Writer Every Day
Want to become a better author? Discover 17 practical ways to think like a writer every day and strengthen your writing skills.

A Quick Start Guide To Writing First & Last Lines
Learn how to write powerful first and last lines with this quick-start guide, complete with clear examples to inspire your writing.