The Ultimate Checklist For Writing A Memoir
Writing a memoir? Use this checklist to review your story, strengthen your writing, and make sure your memoir is ready for readers.
Creative Writing
How To Find Your Story’s Theme In 3 Simple Steps
What is a theme? Learn what a story theme is and how to find it. Use these three simple steps to uncover the deeper meaning
Why Embracing Your Inner Madness Makes You A Better Writer
You don’t have to be crazy to be a writer, but embracing your inner madness can definitely make you a better writer.
What Is A Story Goal? The Secret To A Strong Plot
What is a story goal in fiction writing? Learn how a concrete story goal helps writers create stronger plots, build conflict, and structure novels that
45 Ways To Avoid Using The Word ‘Very’
Good writers avoid using words like ‘very’ and ‘really too often. Use these 45 alternatives to ‘very’ to make your writing stronger, clearer, and more
What Is Tone? 155 Words To Describe An Author’s Tone
What is tone in writing? Learn the definition of tone and discover 155 words that can help you describe an author’s tone, analyse literature, and
What Is Direct & Indirect Characterisation? & Which One Should I Use?
In this post, we define characterisation, look at direct characterisation and indirect characterisation, and ask which one authors should use.
Worldbuilding: The Ultimate Setting Checklist For Writers
Where your story is set is important. Use this ultimate worldbuilding and setting checklist to create richer, more believable fictional worlds for any genre.
Show Don’t Tell: 5 Simple Techniques Every Writer Should Know
Learn how to master the ‘Show Don’t Tell’ technique with five simple writing strategies. This post includes clear examples to help writers create more engaging
7 Benefits Of Keeping A Diary – For Writers
Creative writing teachers say writers should keep a diary. So, why don’t we? Maybe because we don’t see the point? Or because we don’t know
The Ultimate Ghostwriting Guide (For Clients & Writers)
Are you thinking of hiring a ghostwriter or becoming a ghostwriter? In this post, we’ve created the ultimate ghostwriting guide for clients and writers.
6 Tips For Finding Your Writing Tribe
In this post, we look at the value of finding a writing community, and give you 6 tips for finding your writing tribe.
On Plot-Driven vs Character-Driven Stories
In this post, we explore the difference between plot-driven and character-driven stories.
Writers Talk 10 | Creativity & Imagination
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our tenth podcast, we talk about Creativity and Imagination for writers.
You Don’t Have To Do Anything As A Writer
Are you tired of all the writing rules? In this post, we’re here to tell you that you don’t have to do anything as a
How To Tell If You’re Writing About The Wrong Character
Have you chosen the wrong character as a protagonist? Are they passive characters? In this post, we look at how to tell if you’re writing
How Much Detail Do You Need In A Novel?
Are you struggling with descriptions in your book? In this post we answer the question, ‘How much detail do you need in a novel?’
Writers Talk 9 | Journey To The West
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our ninth podcast, we talk about the classic text, Journey To The West.
How Much Profanity Do You Need In Your Novel?
In this post we answer the question, ‘How much profanity do you need in your novel?’ and give you tips for including it.
Our Top 5 Short Story Posts & A Short Story Course Offer
We’re sharing our top five short story posts of all time with a short story course offer.
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