Heroes Vs Anti-Heroes: What’s The Difference?
In this table, we explore the differences between heroes and anti-heroes for writers.
Creative Writing
9 Ways To Set Up A Believable Fictional Breakup
Are your characters heading for a split? Discover 9 ways to set up a believable fictional breakup that feels natural and convincing.
3 Ways Sidekicks Strengthen Your Novel
Does your main character need more than a confidant? In this post, we look at sidekicks and the important roles they play in novels.
Have You Chosen The Wrong Character As A Protagonist?
Have you chosen the wrong character as your protagonist? Are they too passive? In this post, we look at how to tell if you’re writing
Does Your Character Fight, Freeze, Flee, Or Fawn?
Discover how characters who fight, freeze, flee, or fawn respond to conflict, and use these reactions to create believable fiction.
30 Character Motivations To Kickstart Your Story
Explore 30 character motivations to create memorable characters, drive your plot, and kickstart your next story.
10 Dialogue Mistakes Writers Make (And How To Fix Them)
Good dialogue makes characters come alive. Learn the 10 mistakes writers should avoid and use our infographic to create stronger, more natural conversations.
5 Instances When You Need To Tell (Not Show) In Your Writing
Learn when to break the ‘show don’t tell’ rule. Discover five instances where telling can improve your writing and strengthen your story.
A Complete Glossary Of Terms For Fantasy Writers
Writing fantasy? Explore this complete glossary of fantasy terms every writer should know to create richer worlds and stronger stories
7 Supporting Character Types Every Writer Should Know
Discover seven supporting character archetypes that add conflict, guidance, and depth while strengthening your novel’s plot.
17 Screenwriting Scenes You Should Use In Your Novel
In this post, we write about 17 screenwriting scenes you should use in your novel.
14 Things To Consider Before You Write The End Of Your Book
Ending your story is often harder than starting it. We have written this post on 14 things you need to consider before you write the end
The Top 10 Writing Posts for July 2015
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in July 2015: Make Me Care – Nine Ways To Ensure An Unforgettable Read The Three Surprises You
How To Check If Your Story Ending Suits Your Genre
In this post, we discuss how you can check if your story ending suits your genre. We use examples of endings in the the disaster
Suspending Disbelief – 3 Tips To Keep Your Reader Hooked
In this post, we write about how readers need to buy into your story by suspending disbelief and we give you 3 tips to keep
How A Believable Theme Builds A Believable Plot
Plot is theme in action. In this post, we discuss how a believable theme builds a believable plot.
6 Reasons To Use A Sub-Plot (& How To Make A Sub-Plot Work)
This post is about the importance of sub-plots. We give you 6 reasons to use a sub-plot and how to make a sub-plot work.
The 12 Best Tools To Use Before Self-Publishing A Book
Guest Post: Publishing a book using traditional publishers can be intimidating for new and established writers alike. They are known for rejecting even the best
Should You Write For Yourself Or Your Audience?
For whom are you writing your book? In this post, we explore the question: Should you write for yourself or your audience?
How Do You Describe Characters? 5 Simple Ways To Describe Characters
How do you describe characters? In this post, we have included 5 simple ways to describe characters in your stories.
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