
How To Write Surrealist Poetry
In this post we examine how to write surrealist poetry with 5 ways (with examples) for you to write surrealist poetry.

What Is The Meet-Cute And How Important Is It?
In this post, we explore the meet-cute when writing a romance. We ask what it is and why it’s important, and why the meet has

Inside A Writer’s Mind: What Separates A Writer From Non-Writers
In this post we look at what’s inside a writer’s mind and what separates a writer from non-writers. We also include 7 Characteristics Of A

Ask The Writing Coach – Book Two
In this series, we put our own writing coach on the receiving end of your questions. This is the second question. Mia Botha will answer

How To Write A Vampire Story: History, Themes, And Tips
In this post, we explore the history and key techniques of vampire fiction. We also share practical tips to help you write your own vampire

5 Great Characters From Science Fiction & What They Represent
This article is about 5 great characters from science fiction, what makes them great, and what they represent.

What Writers Said About Computers
In this post, Writers Write looks at what writers have said about their computers.

Ready To Save The Cat? 15 Beats For A Successful Screenplay
In this blog, we examine Blake Snyder’s Save The Cat! with a breakdown of the 15 beats that make up a screenplay.

5 Things To Remember When Outlining Your Romance Novel
How do you structure a romance novel? In this post we explore 5 things to remember when outlining your romance novel.

Surrealism – What Every Writer Should Know
In this post, we explore how surrealism is relevant to writers and what every writer should know about surrealism.

5 Ways A Sub-Plot Improves Your Story
There is one element in plotting our story that we sometimes forget or neglect—the sub-plot. In this post, we look at five ways a sub-plot

How To Kill Characters When You Write – Confessions Of A Serial Killer
I hate it when a character dies. I am a sucker for a happy ending. For me to kill someone instead of sending them off

How Writers Can Get The Most Out Of Their ResearchÂ
We talk about how writers can get the most out of their research. Often we don’t know where to start when it comes to research.Â

A Writer’s Sketchbook To Help You Create Characters
This post includes suggestions for a writer’s sketchbook to help you create characters.

The 15 Most Memorable Mothers In Literature
Use our list of the 15 most memorable mothers in literature to inspire you to create memorable mothers in the books you write.

Why You Should Be Specific When You Write
In writing we try to be as precise as possible. In this post, we discuss why you should be specific when you write.

The Top 10 Writing Posts for April 2014
These were the Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in April 2014. Cheat Sheets for Writing Body Language – Translate emotions into written body language The Locked

10 Things Successful Authors Do
Have you ever wondered why some authors succeed and others don’t? In this post, we write about 10 things successful authors do.

Shades Of Emotion – Creating Characters
Do emotions help when creating characters? In this post, we look at the shades of emotions behind the words we choose. These are the shades
The Top Five Tips For Using Body Language In Your Writing
Why should we use body language when we write? Here are the top five tips for using body language in your writing.