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
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.
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.
5 Things To Remember When Outlining Your Romance Novel
How do you structure a romance novel? In this post we explore 5 things to remember when outlining your romance novel.
Surrealism – What Every Writer Should Know
In this post, we explore how surrealism is relevant to writers and what every writer should know about surrealism.
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