
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

What Is Procrastination & How Do Writers Beat It?
In this post we look at delaying tactics used by authors. We ask: What is procrastination and how do writers beat it?

What’s Your Story’s Tone? (& Why It Matters More Than You Think)
In this blog, we look at how tone shapes stories and novels, why it matters, and how to use it in your own work.

What Is A Cozy Horror & How Do I Write One?
A cozy horror is a relatively new sub-genre of horror. In this post, we explore what a cozy horror is, with examples. We also give

What Is A Parody & How Do I Write One?
Everybody enjoys a good parody, but they’re extremely hard to write! In this post, we’ll look at what parody is and give a few tips

Figurative Language – Definition & Examples
What is figurative language? We define figurative language and give you 12 examples of figurative language.

Which Book Genre Should You Be Writing In 2026?
In this post we look at bestselling fiction genres and top-selling books from 2025 and which book genre you should be writing in 2026.

The 5 Pillars Of Speculative Fiction
Are you writing Speculative Fiction? In this post, we define speculative fiction – with examples – and look at how the 5 Pillars of Speculative

A Quick Start Guide To Foreshadowing
In this post, we define foreshadowing in fiction – with examples. We’ve created a quick start guide to foreshadowing to help you when you’re writing.

What Is Freewriting & How Do I Use It?
What is freewriting and how do I use freewriting? Read about 5 powerful freewriting techniques to reignite your inspiration, deepen your stories, and help you

The 7 Pillars Of Historical Fiction
Are you a fan of historical fiction? Would you like to write a historical novel on your own? In this post, we define the 7

The Rules For Writing An Excellent Time Travel Adventure
Time travel is the concept of traveling into the past or the future — usually in fiction. In this post we cover the rules for