6 Classic Story Structures
How do we write the 6 classic story structures? In this post we look at 6 classic story structures from around the world.
Creative Writing
Don’t Fear Your First Short Story – 5 Steps To Writing A Short Story
In this blog, we look at short stories and tell you not to fear your first short story. We also give you five steps to
10 Things That Stifle A Writer’s Creativity
As writers, we know our creativity is frail. Creativity needs nurturing, encouragement, and lots of practice. Some things have the power to stifle a writer’s
How Much Magic Do You Need In A Fantasy Novel?
Are you struggling with magic in your book? In this post we will answer the question, ‘How much magic do you need in a fantasy
11 Popular Sub-Genres In Fantasy Romance
In this blog, we look at 11 popular sub-genres in Fantasy Romance. We hope this list helps you build a fantasy backdrop for a romance.
A Quick Start Guide To Writing A Memoir
Writing a memoir properly takes time. But, in this post, we’ve created a quick start guide to writing a memoir to help you get started.
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 Writers
Can procrastination make you a better writer? Explore the benefits of procrastination and learn how to use it to improve your writing.
39 Literary Devices Every Writer Should Know
In this infographic, you will find a great resource – 39 literary devices every writer should know.
Who Would You Choose As Your Literary Family?
Writers have to put up with the family they have. But, if you could, who would you choose as your literary family?
Is Genre A Straitjacket?
Some writers believe their stories don’t fit into neat pigeonholes of genre. In this post, we ask: Is genre a straitjacket?
The Internal Critic Strikes Back
In this post, our blogger gets a letter from his inner critic when the internal critic strikes back.
What Are The Rules Of Write Club?
In this post, we share the rules of Write Club. The first rule of Write Club is: There are no rules.
Basic Plot Structure – 5 Plotting Moments That Matter
Use these 5 plotting moments that matter to start outlining your book. It is the basis of a basic plot structure.
A List Of Famous Fictional Detectives
Sometimes authors create a detective readers love. In this post, we share a list of famous fictional detectives.
5 Short Cuts For Creating An Inciting Moment
In the beginning of a story, a main character is confronted with a crisis. This post includes five short cuts for creating an inciting moment.
When A Writer Dies
When a writer dies the world is a sadder place. When a writer dies a star goes out. ≈ ← This is a pinch of
The Top 12 Quotes On Writing Memoirs
We share our top 12 quotes on writing memoirs. If you love to read and write memoirs, you will love to hear what famous writers
9 Modern Writing Muses Every Writer Needs
This post is about the 9 modern muses writers need to make them write.
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