Why Paying Attention Makes You A Better Writer
Why is paying attention important for writers? Discover how observation can generate ideas and help you create better stories.
Creative Writing
7 Things Dialogue Can Do In Your Story
Discover 7 ways to use dialogue in your story and learn how to make every conversation work harder for your characters and readers.
6 Tips For Writing Better Scene Transitions
Learn how to write better scene transitions with six simple tips and examples. Keep your story flowing and avoid confusing your readers.
What Is Steampunk? How To Write Steampunk Fiction
What is steampunk fiction? Discover its key themes, characters, technology, and conflicts, plus tips to write your own steampunk story.
4 Super Easy Ways To Create Characters For Short Stories
In short stories, we have less time to develop characters. In this post, we cover 4 super easy ways to create characters for short stories
The MacGuffin And Chekhov’s Gun: 2 Literary Devices Writers Should Know
Learn how writers use these literary devices – The MacGuffin and Chekhov’s Gun – to create suspense, drive plots, and keep readers hooked.
What Is Visual Storytelling? 10 Essential Techniques Every Writer Should Know
What is visual storytelling? Discover 10 essential visual storytelling techniques writers can use to create emotion, tension, and unforgettable characters in fiction.
What Is Mood? 140 Words To Describe Mood In Fiction
What is mood in fiction? Learn how to create it, with examples, and discover 140 words to describe mood in your writing.
5 Essential Exercises For Writing Dialogue
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises. This post includes five essential exercises for writing dialogue.
What Is Fantasy Fiction? Plus A Fantasy Book Title Generator
Do you want to write fantasy? We answer the question: What is fantasy fiction? And we include a fantasy book title generator for writers.
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.
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.
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