
What Is Subtext & How Do I Create It?
What is subtext? In this post, we look at the meaning of subtext and give you tips for creating it in your writing. We also

Proofreading
So you’ve finished rewriting your book and you’ve had an appraisal and an edit, and now it’s time to get even more help. In this

The Super Simple Story Structure & How to Use It
Are you looking for a great plotting formula? In this post, we look at a super simple story structure and tell you how to use

5 Things To Remember While Writing A Novel
If you’re writing a book, there are a few things to keep in mind. In this post, we look at 5 things to remember while

6 Differences Between A Novel & A Memoir
Are you wondering if you should write a memoir or a novel based on your life experiences? In this post, we look at six differences

How To Write An Ethically & Socially Sensitive Story
Why should a writer care about being socially and ethically sensitive? If you’re thinking about writing an ethically and socially sensitive story, find out how to

The Edit
So you’ve finished rewriting your book and you’ve had an appraisal. Now it’s time to get some more help. In this post, we look at

What Is Business Writing? Everything You Need To Know About Business Writing
What is business writing? If you work in a business and you write to colleagues and clients, you are a business writer. In this post,

Your Book: What To Cut & What To Keep
Are you over- or under-writing your story? In this post, we look at five things you need to cut from your book and six things

How To Use The Short Story Checklist
If you’re a short story writer, you’ll have read our post on why you need a short story checklist. In this post, we discuss how

7 Tips For Writing Competitions
In this post, Writers Write explores 7 tips for writing competitions.

How To Write Surrealist Poetry
In this post we examine how to write surrealist poetry with 5 ways (with examples) for you to write surrealist poetry.

What Is The Meet-Cute And How Important Is It?
In this post, we explore the meet-cute when writing a romance. We ask what it is and why it’s important, and why the meet has

Inside A Writer’s Mind: What Separates A Writer From Non-Writers
In this post we look at what’s inside a writer’s mind and what separates a writer from non-writers. We also include 7 Characteristics Of A

Ask The Writing Coach – Book Two
In this series, we put our own writing coach on the receiving end of your questions. This is the second question. Mia Botha will answer

How To Write A Vampire Story: History, Themes, And Tips
In this post, we explore the history and key techniques of vampire fiction. We also share practical tips to help you write your own vampire

5 Great Characters From Science Fiction & What They Represent
This article is about 5 great characters from science fiction, what makes them great, and what they represent.

What Writers Said About Computers
In this post, Writers Write looks at what writers have said about their computers.

What Is Automatic Writing?
In this post, we explore what automatic writing is and how it is relevant to writers.

Ready To Save The Cat? 15 Beats For A Successful Screenplay
In this blog, we examine Blake Snyder’s Save The Cat! with a breakdown of the 15 beats that make up a screenplay.