A Quick Start Guide To Creating Characters
Creating characters properly takes time. In this post, we’ve created a quick start guide for creating characters to help you when you’re writing.
Creative Writing
On Ghosts & How To Write About Them
Do you like a good ghost story? In this post, we explore the phenomenon of ghosts and how to write about them.
The Power Of Dialogue In Love Stories
In this essay, we examine the role and power of dialogue in love stories and romantic fiction. The post includes ‘Listen in’ examples to illustrate
How To Use Viewpoint As A Source Of Conflict
In this post we continue our discussion about conflict in fiction. We discuss how to use viewpoint as a source of conflict.
How To Use Tabletop Games In Fiction Writing
Are you looking to add an interesting plot device to your story? In this post, we look at how to use tabletop games in fiction
How To Use Genre As A Source Of Conflict
In this post we continue our discussion about conflict in fiction. We discuss how to use genre as a source of conflict.
How To Use Sub-Plots As A Source Of Conflict
Are you looking for more conflict ideas in your fiction writing? In this post, we look at how to use sub-plots as a source of
Why Writers Should Create A Setting Like A Character (& How To Do It)
Do you want to create memorable settings? In this post we look at why writers should create a setting like a character and how to
How To Use Conversation As A Source Of Conflict In Fiction
Conflict is essential in fiction writing. In this post, we look at how you can use conversation as a source of conflict in your books.
4 Writing Lessons Every Writer Can Learn From Star Wars
What can writers learn from Star Wars? From unforgettable characters to epic storytelling, these lessons from Star Wars will help you create stories readers can’t
3 Reasons You Need Sidekicks In Your Novels
Does your main character need more than a confidant? This post is about sidekicks and what their roles are in novels.
Viewpoint Part One – Viewpoint Is Your Voice
Writers Write creates writing resources and shares writing tips. In this post, we show you how viewpoint is your voice.
5 Things I’ve Learnt From My Literary Autopsies
I keep a file of my literary autopsies for a reason. I have learnt so much from these abandoned novels. Here are 5 things I’ve
The Importance Of Varying Sentence Length
This sentence has five words… This post is about The Importance Of Varying Sentence Length.
How To Find Workable Story Ideas
Where is your Idea Store? In this post, we discuss how to find workable story ideas.
Write About What Matters
Writing what you know is great advice. It is a good place to start. Should you write what you know or should you write about
The One Thing You Need To Know About Plotting A Series
If you are writing a trilogy, or a longer series, there is one important thing you need to know about plotting a series of books.
10 (Amazingly Simple) Tips To Get You Back On The Writing Track
Are you stuck? Do you need help moving your story forward? These 10 tips will help you get back on the writing track.
5 Ways A Sub-Plot Improves Your Story
There is one element in plotting our story that we sometimes forget or neglect—the sub-plot. In this post, we look at five ways a sub-plot
How To Kill Characters When You Write – Confessions Of A Serial Killer
I hate it when a character dies. I am a sucker for a happy ending. For me to kill someone instead of sending them off
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