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
Creative Writing
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.
How To Write An Elevator Pitch For Your Book
The trickiest question for any author is, ‘So, what’s your book about?’ In this post, we look at how to write an elevator pitch for
Creative Things I Learned During The Pandemic
In this post, our blogger follows up on the creative things he’s learned during the pandemic.
The Top 42 Writing Posts Of 2021
In this post, we share the top 42 writing posts of 2021.
8 Bits Of Songwriting Advice (From Bestselling Songwriters)
In this post, we look at eight bits of songwriting advice from bestselling songwriters.
The Secrets Of A Long Distance Writer
In this post, we look at what writers need to look at being in it for the long haul. We explore the secrets of a
5 Ways To Write About Stalkers
In this post, you will learn how to write about stalkers. These creepy characters don’t always have physical contact with the main character – but
12 Months, 12 Inspiring Ideas For Writers
In this post, we give you 12 inspiring ideas to explore as a writer or artist in the new year – one for each month.
The Writers Write Book Reading Challenge – 2
Are you looking for a way to choose books to read for the year ahead. In this post, we give you a book reading challenge
Why Do Writers Fail To Finish Their Books?
The internet says around 80% of Americans want to write a book. If so many writers want to do it, why do so many fail?
How Much Does It Cost To Write A Book?
What is the cost of writing a book? At different stages of your writing journey, you will be paying for different things. In this post,
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