
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.

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

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

Why You Need To Write Your Memoir Like Fiction
If you are writing a memoir, this post is a must-read. In it we tell you why you need to write your memoir like fiction.

The 8 Benefits Of Attending A Writers’ Meeting
Are you a writing introvert? Have you thought of joining a writing group? Read our post on the 8 benefits of attending a writers’ meeting.

Mary Sues & Why They Might Make The Best Protagonists
This post tries to explain Mary Sues and why they might make good protagonists.

8 Awesome Reasons To Join An Online Writing Course
Are you wondering if you should sign up for an online writing course? We give you 8 awesome reasons to join an online writing course.

6 Ways For Writers To Stay Motivated
If there’s one essential ingredient for writing, it’s motivation. If you can’t get yourself to the blank page, it doesn’t matter how many beautiful words

Harry Potter And The Not Very Good Writing
In this post, Harry Potter And The Not Very Good Writing, our blogger looks at the writing of one of the most popular authors of

3 Things Authors Of The Golden Age Of Sci-Fi & Fantasy Did BetterÂ
This post is about 3 things authors of The Golden Age Of Sci-Fi & Fantasy did better than their modern counterparts.

Joy Williams’ 8 Essential Attributes Of The Short Story
Enjoy American writer, Joy Williams’ 8 Essential Attributes Of The Short Story.

What’s The Difference Between An Autobiography And A Memoir?
Are you writing an autobiography or a memoir? In this post, we explain the difference between an autobiography and a memoir.

How Meditation Can Improve Your Writing
Are you feeling stuck or off focus with your writing? This infographic shows us how meditation can improve your writing!