
What Are Clichés & Why Should I Avoid Them?
We are often told not to use clichés. In this post, we look at the definition of clichés and we tell you why you should

7 Essential Techniques For Better Pacing In Your Story
In this post, we look at how to pace your story. We have included 7 essential techniques for better pacing in your story, with examples.

How To Write An Epic First Line
Do you want to write an epic first line for your story? In this post, we tell you how to write an epic first line –

The Ultimate 31-Day Boot Camp For Writers
Are you looking for a writing challenge for the next 31 days? Use our ultimate 31-day boot camp for writers to inspire your writing.

Janet Burroway’s 3 Principles Of Effective Narrative Setting
In this post, we look at how a story works in a place through Janet Burroway’s 3 principles of effective narrative setting.

How To Write An Epic First Page
Do you want to write an epic first page for your story? In this post, we tell you how to do it – with five

Epilogues, Afterwords, & Appendices – What’s The Difference?
What’s the difference between epilogues, afterwords, and appendices? We explain what they are, when to use them, and tips for writing them. We also include

Can You Write 52 Scenes In 52 Weeks?
Can you write 52 Scenes in 52 Weeks? Our sister website, Deadlines for Writers, has the perfect writing challenge for you.

Writers Talk 1 | Neil Gaiman
Welcome to our new podcast series, Writers Talk. In our first podcast our writers talk about the British author, Neil Gaiman.

Hard Or Soft Worldbuilding: What Every Writer Needs To Know
What’s the difference between hard worldbuilding and soft worldbuilding? We explain both types of worldbuilding, give examples, and help you decide which approach is best

10 Essential Tips for Writing Antagonists
Every protagonist needs an antagonist. In this post, we discuss 10 essential tips for writing antagonists.

8 Writers Write Graduates Books Released
2013 has been a good for Writers Write graduates so far. Congratulations to these authors on the publication of their books. EATS: Enjoy All the

8 Archetypes For Heroes & Heroines
In this post, we share 8 archetypes for heroes and heroines for you to use in your stories.

6 Things To Consider Before You Cross Your Genres
In this post, we look at 6 things to consider before you cross your genres. Not only are genres crossing over, they’re having a party

3 Writers Write Graduates Published
Congratulations to Liesel Schwarz on the release of A Clockwork Heart the second book in her Steampunk Trilogy, The Chronicles of Light and Shadow. Congratulations to Morad Zaffron on the publication of his

Say It, Without Saying It…
How do we say something without actually saying it when we write? It’s all about showing using body language, and not telling.

Writer’s Block & The Fine Art of Procrastination
Writers make the best procrastinators. They often use writer’s block and the fine art of procrastination as an excuse.

10 Ways To Tell If You’re Writing With Confidence
In this post, we write about 10 ways to tell if you’re writing with confidence.

The Top 10 Tips For Plotting And Finishing A Book
Are you battling with plotting? Are you struggling to finish a story? We write about the top 10 tips for plotting and finishing a book.

Overcoming Writer’s Block (Infographic)
Have you ever felt as if you just can’t write? This infographic is filled with helpful tips for overcoming writer’s block to get you back