Novels & Screenplays: What’s The Difference?
In this post, we look at the differences between novels and screenplays. We look at collaboration, costs, and choices, and we answer your question: Should
Creative Writing
Janet Burroway’s 4 Aspects Of Narrative Time
What is Narrative Time? In this post, we look at how time works in a story through Janet Burroway’s 4 aspects of narrative time.
Traditional Publishing – Part Two
Last week we began our discussion about traditional publishing. This week, Mia Botha continues her interviews with Pan Macmillan South Africa, who answer our questions.
30 Excuses Not To Write Your NaNoWriMo Novel
In this post, our blogger takes a comic look at NaNoWriMo and includes 30 excuses not to write your NaNoWriMo novel.
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
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
A Simple Formula for Writing a Short Story
Learn how to write a short story with this simple formula. Cut out the mistakes and follow a clear, practical approach to crafting a short
Harry & Luke – There Are No New Plots
In this post we show you that there are no new plots when you write books. We use the example of Harry & Luke to
How To Beat Writer’s Block With Help From The 4 Elements
In this post, we discuss how to beat writer’s block with help from the 4 elements.
9 Good Reasons For Your Character’s Bad Behaviour
Often, abnormal behaviour is triggered by a life-changing crisis. In this post, we write about plausible reasons for your character’s bad behaviour.
Creating Characters – 5 Mistakes Beginner Writers Make
We have compiled a list of five mistakes beginner writers make when they create characters.
The 5 Elements Of A Good Scene
A novel is written by writing one scene after another. In this post, we look at the 5 elements that make a good scene.
10 Things Every Romance Writer Needs
Are you writing romantic fiction? In this post, we look at 10 things every romance writer needs.
How To Rewrite And Revise Your Manuscript – I’ve Learnt To Stop
Writers Write creates and shares writing tips and resources. Use this post to learn how to rewrite and revise your manuscript.
Because Here We Are Now. Entertain Us.
When you write for business you need to connect with your audience. Dry facts turn people off. Learn to write to engage, because here we
My Top 12 Books On Writing
Writers love books on writing. In this post, we list a selection of the top 12 books on writing.Â
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