
The Writing War Machine
In this post, we look at why writing is like war and the role of the writer in that war. We examine the writing war

How To Use Instant Messages In Fiction
In this post, we look at instant messaging in storytelling and tell you how to use instant messages in fiction.

Why It’s Okay Not To Write (& Simple Steps To Start Writing Again)
In this post, we explore why it’s okay not to write, and include simple steps to help you start writing again.

You Didn’t Quit NaNo | The Rewrite
Did you participate in National Novel Writing Month? Have you managed to complete it? Well done. You didn’t quit NaNo. Now it’s time for the

14 Fancy Copywriting Terms Explained
In this post, we’ve included explanations and examples for 14 fancy copywriting terms.

10 Perfect Writing Prompts For Thanksgiving
The holidays give writers a wonderful opportunity to collect material for stories. We’ve included 10 perfect prompts for Thanksgiving to inspire your writing.

Don’t Quit NaNo | Catch Up
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? Have you fallen a little behind? Don’t despair and don’t quit NaNo. You can catch up.

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.

The 5 Elements Of Story
In this post, we share the 5 elements of story using the premise that a character needs five things.

Plot Builder – 3 Steps To Spark A Satisfying Story
In this post, we look at the plot builder where we need to follow 3 steps to spark a satisfying story.

Confessions Of A Serial Under-Writer
In this post, Mia Botha tells us what to do if you have too few words in your story. There are her confessions of a

Universal Needs – Creating Characters
We have put together this post on universal needs to consider when creating characters. Use this list as a guide to identify which needs are

Types Of Love – Creating Characters
Which type of love do you have in your life? Even more importantly, which types of love do your characters have in theirs? Use these

5 Ways To Find Yourself In Your Story
I’m starting to discover that stories are already inside us. In this post, we discuss five ways to find yourself in your story.

Character Questionnaire – How Well Do You Know Your Hero?
How well do you know your hero? Use this character questionnaire to help you create a character.

The Hero’s Journey For Star Wars And The Princess Diaries
In this post, we share the hero’s journey for Star Wars and The Princess Diaries.

5 Things To Consider Before You Have Your Manuscript Appraised
Do you want a manuscript appraisal? In this post, we discuss 5 things you should consider before you have your manuscript appraised.

5 Fabulous Tips For First-Time Crime Writers
We suggest that beginner writers try writing crime, because it has strict guidelines to follow. In this post, we discuss the benefits of writing crime