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.
Creative 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
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.
5 Ways To Get Your Characters Back On Track
Are your main characters feeling unmotivated? In this post, we discuss 5 ways to get your characters back on track.
Word Count Problems: What’s The Deal With ‘Exactly’?
Do you have word count problems in short stories? In this post, we talk about why we should try to write to the word count in
5 Myths About Self-Publishing & Why They Are Simply Not True
In this post, we explore self-publishing, particularly the 5 myths about self-publishing and why they are simply not true.
Use The 7 Deadly Sins To Strengthen Your Antagonist’s Motives
In this post, we show how you can use the 7 deadly sins to strengthen your antagonist’s motives.
Writers Write – Our Book Reviews – July 2018
Welcome to our book reviews for July 2018. We hope you find one or two books that you will enjoy reading from the list. If
6 Good Reasons To Use Scrivener To Write Your Book
If you’re looking for some help with your writing, Scrivener may be the solution for you. Here are six good reasons to use it.
How to Write More: A Copywriter’s Cornucopia
Guest Post There are another 800 words to go before I finish this article. Time flies, but words are escaping my head. What does it
Why Writing A Novel Isn’t Like Writing Poetry
In this post, we find out why writing a novel isn’t like writing poetry.
Writing As Therapy – How Writing Can Improve Your Health
This infographic is about using writing as therapy and it shows how writing can improve your health.
9 Essential Literary Terms Every Writer Should Know
Discover 9 essential literary terms every reader and writer should know. Learn the basics of literature to improve your reading skills and strengthen your writing.
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