Forewords, Prefaces, Prologues, & Introductions – What’s The Difference?
What’s the difference between forewords, prefaces, prologues, and introductions? We explain what they are, when to use them, and tips for writing them. We also
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Traditional Publishing – Part One
In this post, we begin our video series on traditional publishing. Mia Botha interviews Terry Morris, MD of Pan Macmillan South Africa, who will answer
Horror Masters: 3 Spooky Tips To Write Like Lovecraft, Poe, & King
If you’re writing a scary story, there are no better writers to imitate than the masters of the horror genre. In this post, we’ve included
Self-Publishing – Part Four
In this post, we end our video series on self-publishing as an option for authors. This is part four, with the fourth video on self-publishing.
Billy Collins’s 6 Pleasures Of Poetry
Do you want to capture your reader’s attention? In this post, we explain how Billy Collins’s 6 pleasures of poetry will help you become a
50 Verbs That Will Strengthen Your Writing Immediately
People tell us to use strong, descriptive verbs, but what does this mean? In this post, we look at 50 verbs that will strengthen your
The Essential SEO Writing Guide (With 11 SEO Writing Tips)
If you write for a blog, you need to know about SEO (Search Engine Optimisation). In this post about Search Engine Optimisation we share 11
Self-Publishing – Part Three
In this post, we continue our series on self-publishing as an option for authors. Thank you for all the lovely questions and feedback we have
What Is Plain Language? The Plain Language Writing Guide (& 10 Examples Of How To Write In Plain Language)
What is plain language? This plain language writing guide includes a definition, when to use it, tips for using it, and 10 examples of how
The 5 Pillars Of Thrillers
Are you writing a thriller? In this post, we look at how the five pillars of thrillers can improve your story.
Writing Sex Scenes – Part Three – 6 Female Archetypes
In this post, we talk about writing sex scenes using 6 female archetypes.
That’s what you said – creative writing feedback
What you said about Writers Write – how to write a book – in March I really enjoyed every minute. Good overview. Relaxed, open, not intimidating. ~Sharon
Which Famous Writer’s Style Is Most Like Your Own?
In this post, we share a tool that helps you find out which famous writer’s style is most like your own.
How To Use The Seasons In Your Writing
If you are using the seasons in your writing, we have put together this post to help you. The seasons can add elemental vigour to
Writing Sex Scenes – Part Two – 6 Male Archetypes
In this post, we talk about writing sex scenes using 6 male archetypes.
The 6 Defining Characteristics Of Strong Female Protagonists
If you’re writing with a female hero in mind, read this post. We write about the six defining characteristics of strong female protagonists.
5 Tips To Help You Write Even When You Don’t Want To
Are you battling writer’s block or a severe case of procrastination? Use this post from Writers Write to find out how to write even when
Writing Sex Scenes – Part One
 In this post, we talk about writing sex scenes for your novels. Bear in mind that the same rules apply to sex scenes as to
Mental Illness – A Writing Resource
We are sharing this infographic on mental illness to help you with research for your stories.
Crime Writing For Beginners – An Infographic
Writers Write is a writing resource and we have shared this infographic on crime writing for beginners to help you write your mystery novel.
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