
Writers Talk 8 | My Year Of Writing
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our eighth podcast, we talk about Anthony Ehlers’s year of writing.

How To Introduce Late Arrivals In A Story
Are there some characters who show up in the middle of your book? This post is about how to introduce late arrivals in a story.

The 4 Pillars Of Science Fiction
Are you writing science fiction? Are you wondering how to do it well? In this post, we discuss the four pillars of science fiction.

What Is Empathy? 40 Ways To Write About Empathy
What is empathy? Great characters either lack empathy or have loads of it. We have included things for you to consider when you write about

Don’t Commit These 9 Fiction-Writing Crimes
Have you ever encountered a story that was too clumsy, slow, or flat to finish reading? It is probably filled with fiction-writing crimes you should

Writers Talk 7 | Dialogue
Welcome to our podcast series, Writers Talk. In our seventh podcast, we talk about dialogue.

6 Quick Fixes For Adding Setting To Your Story
What do you do when you’ve finished your first draft and realise that you haven’t paid enough attention to setting? Here are 6 quick fixes

Chronicles Of An African Mallu
Find out more about Manjusha Sunil’s new book, Chronicles of an African Mallu.

8 Things To Do With A Rejected Manuscript
Here are 8 things to do with a rejected manuscript, and how to see every rejection letter you will ever get as a good thing.

How To Choose Your Genre
In this post, we think about genre and its importance to authors, and we give you tips on how to choose your genre.

How To Write A Passive Lead Character
Learn how to write a passive lead character by using conflict, consequences, contrast, and pressure to drive the story.

How To Name Characters: 10 Things To Consider
How do you name a character? Use these 10 practical tips to choose character names that fit their history, personality, setting, and story.

How To Use The Five Senses In Your Writing
Use the five senses in your writing to create vivid scenes, deepen character, build atmosphere, and make your stories more immersive.

Getting Away With Murder: A 5-Point Plan For Killing A Character
Thinking of killing a character? Use our 5-point plan to write a death that is meaningful, memorable, and right for your story.

What Is A Myth? 20 Myth-Inspired Writing Prompts
What is a myth? Explore 20 myth-inspired writing prompts and create imaginative stories that explain the mysteries of our world.

Gothic Fiction: 8 Essential Elements Every Writer Should Know
Discover the elements of Gothic fiction that create a dark, unsettling atmosphere and keep readers intrigued from beginning to end.

What Is Automatic Writing?
What is automatic writing? Learn how this freewriting technique works, how to practise it, and how it can help you unlock ideas and stories.

9 Ways To Write With Literary Flair
Learn 9 ways to write with literary flair and create prose that is distinctive, engaging, memorable, and full of personality.

What Is A Plot Twist? The Secret To Writing A Great One
What is a plot twist? Learn how to write surprising, believable twists that keep readers guessing and make your story more memorable.

How To Write Positive And Negative Character Arcs
Learn how to write positive and negative character arcs with clear examples, and create believable characters whose choices shape the story.