9 Essential Character Questionnaires Every Writer Needs
These 9 Essential Character Questionnaires will help writers create memorable characters, develop backstory, track relationships, and avoid plot holes.
Creative Writing
How To Choose A Book Title: 10 Things Every Writer Should Know
Naming your book? Here are 10 tips for choosing a memorable, intriguing title that captures your story and makes readers want to read it.
10 Ways To Move Your Plot Forward
Move a plot forward with 10 practical tips for creating conflict, raising the stakes, and keeping your story moving towards a satisfying ending.
10 Ways To Create Dangerously Nuanced Antagonists (With Examples)
Great antagonists make protagonists stronger. They drive conflict and shape a novel. So, how do we create interesting, dangerously nuanced antagonists?
The 4 Pillars Of A Memoir
Discover the 4 pillars of a memoir and learn how they can help you shape a stronger, more engaging story from your life experiences.
Writing A Memoir? Narrow Your Focus
Writing a memoir? Learn why narrowing your focus and sticking to your theme can help you tell a more focused memoir.
The 2 Types Of Science Fiction & How To Write Them
Discover the 2 types of science fiction and learn how to write each one, from mainstream sci-fi to niche, high-concept stories.
How To Write A Query Letter In 12 Easy Steps (With Examples)
Learn how to write a query letter that gets attention. Follow 12 easy steps to pitch your book clearly, professionally, and confidently, with three examples.
5 Essential Exercises For Creating Characters
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises to help you tell your stories. This post includes five essential exercises for creating characters.
How To Show Character Change Without Telling (With Examples)
Learn how to show character change without telling. Use actions, behaviour, and external changes to reveal your character’s emotional growth.
Yes, You Do Need Scenes And Sequels In Memoirs
If you’re writing a memoir, this is a must-read. In this post, we discuss why you need to include scenes and sequels in memoirs.
204 Words That Describe Colours – A Resource For Writers
This post includes interesting facts about colours and a selection of words writers can use to describe colours.
Billy Wilder’s 10 Tips For Writing Screenplays
We share the Austrian-American screenwriter, Billy Wilder’s 10 tips for writing screenplays.
Love Is Never The Goal – Even When You Write Romance
In this post, we discuss why love is never a good story goal – even when you’re writing a romance.
Why Every Writer Needs To Read These Reference Books
Sponsored Post It doesn’t matter if you are beginning your writing career or if you have several published books under your belt, you need to
101 Science Fiction Tropes For Writers
Writers can use this list of 101 science fiction tropes to add some Zap! to their writing.
75 Words To Describe Smells (A Writer’s Resource)
Writers know engaging the senses brings stories to life. We explore 75 words that describe smells, and how to use them effectively in your writing.
6 Ways Bridge Can Make You A Better Writer
What does bridge have to do with writing? Our blogger tells you why bridge can make you a better writer.
What J. K. Rowling & Other Bestselling Authors Know About Setting
Find out what J.K. Rowling and other bestselling authors know about setting. Setting is a non-negotiable part of the writing process. It is not just
Where Should You Begin Your Memoir?
Where should you begin your memoir? In this post, we write about choosing the best place to begin your memoir.
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