
5 Essential Exercises For Plotting
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises to help you tell your stories. This post includes five essential exercises for plotting.

5 Powerful Examples Of Disguise As A Device In Fiction
In this blog, we show you five examples of disguise as a device in fiction. The examples from classic and modern literature explain how writers

Do You Need A Writing Coach?
Are you stuck on a writing project? Are you battling to motivate yourself to write? Many writers need a little more help than a writing

5 Screenwriting Techniques To Write A Better Novel
Use these 5 screenwriting techniques to write a better novel. These proven screenwriting tips can make your novel come alive visually and help you avoid

Learn How To Write In Any Language
Do you want to write well no matter which language you use? This post will tell you how to learn to write in any language.

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.

Why You Should Write About This Time
We’re all feeling anxious- including writers- and we don’t know what is going to happen next. Should we be writing about this time?

5 Essential Exercises For Writing Dialogue
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises. This post includes 5 essential exercises for writing dialogue. {6}

A Creative Life Online: Creativity And Grief And Depression
Welcome to the fifth post in ‘A Creative Life Online‘. This post is about creativity and grief and depression.

3 Creative Things To Keep You Sane In Self-Isolation
In this useful post, we write about how to deal with the pandemic by recommending 3 creative things to keep you sane in self-isolation.

The Writer’s Guide To Good Description: 10 Mistakes To Avoid
What makes description work in fiction? Learn how to write clear, vivid details and avoid 10 common mistakes that can weaken your story.

How To Write A Perfect Ending: 5 Essential Elements
Learn how to write a perfect story ending with five essential elements that create closure, satisfy readers, and make your story memorable.

10 Powerful Cliffhangers Every Writer Should Know
Discover 10 powerful cliffhangers every writer should know. Learn how to end scenes and chapters in ways that keep readers turning the page.

How To Write A Vignette (With Examples)
What is a vignette? Learn how to write a vignette with clear tips and examples. Create vivid, focused scenes that capture mood and emotion.

Mystery, Horror, Thriller – What’s The Difference?
Learn the differences between mystery, horror, and thriller fiction. Compare each suspense genre and get practical tips to write them with confidence.

How Writers Use The Love Interest As A Literary Device
What is a love interest in fiction? We explore the love interest as a literary device to create tension, deepen character development, and strengthen your

Make Readers Care: 9 Ways To Create An Unforgettable Story
Writers need to make readers care when they read a book. In this post, we share nine ways to create an unforgettable read.

What Is Writer’s Block? 30 Practical Tips To Beat Writer’s Block
What is writer’s block, and how can you overcome it? If you are struggling to write, we have 30 practical tips to help you beat

The 3 Surprises Every Story Needs
This post is about the three surprises or plot points every story needs. You should surprise your reader at three specific stages in your book.

What Is Backstory? How To Make It Work Like Scar Tissue In Your Book
What is backstory in fiction? Learn how to use backstory like scar tissue to add depth to your stories and characters.