Why Writers Write
Why do you write? In this post, we look at why writers write and include excellent examples for each point.
Creative Writing
How To Be Successful In The Publishing World
Writers need publishers and publishers need writers. In this post, we look at how to be successful in the publishing world.
What Can Actors Teach Writers About Character?
A good actor reveals a living character – can a writer do the same? In this post we ask: What can actors teach writers about
The 5 Pillars Of Action-Adventure
Are you writing an action-adventure story? In this post, we look at how including the five pillars of action-adventure can improve the story you’re writing.
Creative Things I Learned During The Pandemic
In this post, our blogger follows up on the creative things he’s learned during the pandemic.
The Top 42 Writing Posts Of 2021
In this post, we share the top 42 writing posts of 2021.
8 Bits Of Songwriting Advice (From Bestselling Songwriters)
In this post, we look at eight bits of songwriting advice from bestselling songwriters.
The Secrets Of A Long Distance Writer
In this post, we look at what writers need to look at being in it for the long haul. We explore the secrets of a
5 Ways To Write About Stalkers
In this post, you will learn how to write about stalkers. These creepy characters don’t always have physical contact with the main character – but
12 Months, 12 Inspiring Ideas For Writers
In this post, we give you 12 inspiring ideas to explore as a writer or artist in the new year – one for each month.
What Is A Red Herring?
In this post, we ask: ‘What is a red herring?‘ and give you examples of red herrings and how red herrings work in books and
The Book That Started It All
This is a story about the book that started it all – a Christmas story. A book is a gift that you can open again
7 Important Crime-Writing Guidelines
In this post, we have compiled 7 important crime-writing guidelines to help you write your mystery novel.
The Two Main Characters – A Writer’s Worksheet
If you are a beginner writer, use this worksheet to understand the two main characters in your story. See if your antagonist is a match
9 Ways To Make Readers Care For An Amoral Protagonist
What if you have a main character who is truly unlikeable? This post will help you to make your amoral protagonist more likeable.
A Perfect Mess – How We Learn From Our Writing Mistakes
How do we make the most of our writing mistakes? We learn from the messes of experimentation, not from the misery of hoping for perfection.
Find Your Funny – 11 Tips For Writing Humour
It’s difficult to be funny when you write and, in this post, we try to get you to find your funny and offer 11 tips
Rewriting Checklist For Authors
Once you’ve finished the first draft, the work begins. Use this rewriting checklist for authors to help you finish your book.
Plotting – 10 Basic Do’s and Don’ts
What are the most common plotting problems? Here are 10 basic do’s and don’ts for writers to follow when they’re plotting.
Holidays For Writers – Heaven or Hell?
This post is about holidays for writers. Are writers’ holidays a bit of heaven or a sentence in hell?
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