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.
Creative 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
Harnessing The Power Of Time In Your Storytelling
Time is important in stories. The way time passes, the effects it has are all important. In this post we discuss harnessing the power of
Use Pulse Plotting To Get Your Story Moving
Pulse plotting is a shortcut for the frustrated writer, the rebel writer, the experimental writer, or even just the panicked writer. In this post, we
How To Write A Short Story – All The Tips You’ll Ever Need
In this post, we share links to all the tips you’ll ever need for writing your short stories.
Philip Pullman On Writer’s Block
Philip Pullman has a blunt view of writer’s block. Discover why he believes writers should stop waiting for inspiration and get on with the work.
My Writing Journey – You’re Never Too Old!
Gill Mittins attended a Writers Write course and after turning 60, she published her first book. Read about Gill Mittins’ writing journey – you’re never
The Starter Block: Getting Ready To Write A Book
Are you standing on the writer’s starter block? Find out how to make sure that you’re fighting fit before you start writing a book.
Dear Writer: Advice For Beginner Authors
Dear Writer. In this post we share advice for beginner authors. If you want to write a book, it may be worth reading.
A Writing Secret Everyone Forgets
It’s important to find out what you’re good at when you write. In this post, we discuss a writing secret everyone forgets.Â
The Top 10 Writing Posts From September 2018
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in September 2018: 7 Reasons Why Introverts Make Good Writers Banned Books Week – The
15 (or so) Fabulous Publishers For Debut Authors
Please note this post is from 2019. In this post, we share a list of publishers for debut authors.
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