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.
Creative Writing
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
15 Adjectives To Delete To Strengthen Your Writing Immediately
Do you use too many adjectives in your writing? We look at 15 adjectives to delete or replace that will strengthen your writing immediately.
5 Common Traits Of A Successful Memoir
If you’re writing your life story, use this short checklist to find out if you’ve included the 5 common traits of a successful memoir.
Traditional Publishing – Part Three
This week, Mia Botha continues her interviews with staff members at Pan Macmillan South Africa, who answer our questions on traditional publishing.
10 Types Of Sentences You Won’t See In Good Writing
Are you looking for ways to write better sentences? In this post, we look at 10 types of sentences you won’t see in good writing.
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
10 Things Aspiring Novelists Should Know
Are you an aspiring novelist? This post includes 10 things aspiring novelists should know before they start writing a book.
What Is Your Writing Or Speaking Style? 60 Words To Describe Writing Or Speaking Styles
What Is Your Writing Or Speaking Style? In this post, we give you 60 words to describe writing or speaking styles.
The Literary Agent’s Role
What is the literary agent’s role when you’re writing a book?
12 Common Character Archetypes & How Writers Can Use Them
What are common character archetypes? Use this post to explore the 12 common character archetypes and how writers can use them in their stories.
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