How To Write An Action Scene In 3 Steps
Are you writing about a battle or a physical fight? In this post, we tell you how to write an action scene in 3 steps.
Creative Writing
Fictional Pillars For Writers
We share links to our posts on the most important fictional pillars for writers, which are great resources for anybody who wants to write in a
The 35 Best Quotes About Creating Characters
Attention fiction writers! In this post, we share the 35 best quotes about creating characters.
8 Common Style Mistakes Every Writer Should Know
Are you struggling with style? In this post, we look at 8 common style mistakes every writer should know.
6 Practical Research Techniques For All Writers
In this post, we explore 6 practical research techniques for all writers, bloggers, students, and journalists.
The Importance Of Paper When You Plan Your Story
Sometimes we need to use paper when we write. This post is about the importance of paper when you plan your story.
10 Plot Devices & How To Use Them In Your Stories
In this post, we explore 10 plot devices and how to use them in your stories.
6 Important Things About Flash Fiction
Flash fiction is difficult to write, but easy to read. In this post, we explore the different types of flash fiction and we look at
Why We Need To Get Back To Writing With Hope
Are you feeling jaded and depressed? In this post, we look at why writers need to get back to writing with hope. We also look
7 Ways For Writers To Avoid Getting Overwhelmed By Research
Let’s look at how writers can make doing research easier for themselves. In this post, we look at 7 ways for writers to avoid getting
15 Adjectives To Delete To Strengthen Your Writing Immediately
Do you use too many adjectives in your writing? We look at 15 adjectives to delete or replace that will strengthen your writing immediately.
5 Common Traits Of A Successful Memoir
If you’re writing your life story, use this short checklist to find out if you’ve included the 5 common traits of a successful memoir.
Traditional Publishing – Part Three
This week, Mia Botha continues her interviews with staff members at Pan Macmillan South Africa, who answer our questions on traditional publishing.
10 Types Of Sentences You Won’t See In Good Writing
Are you looking for ways to write better sentences? In this post, we look at 10 types of sentences you won’t see in good writing.
Novels & Screenplays: What’s The Difference?
In this post, we look at the differences between novels and screenplays. We look at collaboration, costs, and choices, and we answer your question: Should
Janet Burroway’s 4 Aspects Of Narrative Time
What is Narrative Time? In this post, we look at how time works in a story through Janet Burroway’s 4 aspects of narrative time.
Traditional Publishing – Part Two
Last week we began our discussion about traditional publishing. This week, Mia Botha continues her interviews with Pan Macmillan South Africa, who answer our questions.
30 Excuses Not To Write Your NaNoWriMo Novel
In this post, our blogger takes a comic look at NaNoWriMo and includes 30 excuses not to write your NaNoWriMo novel.
Forewords, Prefaces, Prologues, & Introductions – What’s The Difference?
What’s the difference between forewords, prefaces, prologues, and introductions? We explain what they are, when to use them, and tips for writing them. We also
Traditional Publishing – Part One
In this post, we begin our video series on traditional publishing. Mia Botha interviews Terry Morris, MD of Pan Macmillan South Africa, who will answer
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