10 Inspiring Names For Strong Female Characters
If you want to choose unforgettable names for the women and girls in your novels, read this post. We offer 10 inspiring names for strong
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20 Questions Characters Should Answer About Setting
If you want to make the most out of your setting, think about your character. In this post, we’ve put together 20 questions characters should
Why First Person Present Tense Is Perfect For Your Memoir
In this post, we tell you why first person present tense is perfect for your memoir. We also include examples of first person present tense
What Are Plot Holes? 5 Proven Ways To Fix Plot Holes In Your Novel
Find and fix plot holes in your novel. Discover five common causes of plot holes and practical tips to correct them for a stronger story.
Create A Cozy Writing Space
If you’re feeling intimidated by the long, cold months ahead, create a cozy writing space for winter. Design a cosy writing space with hope, health,
What Is A Motif In Fiction?
If you’ve ever wondered what a motif is and how to use one in your novel, read this post. We define it and give you
How To Write The Middle Of Your Novel
If you’ve ever wondered how to write the middle of your novel, read this post. We look at what the middle is and give you
5 Things Writers Can Be Thankful For
Writers love to complain about their work, but we thought it might be fun to make a list of things writers can be thankful for.
What Is A Bildungsroman And How Do I Write One?
If you’ve ever wondered what a Bildungsroman is, read this post. We define it and tell you how to write one. We also include examples
5 Tips For Writers On Keeping A Journal
If you’re keeping a journal, here are some tips to help you capture the memories and emotions that make you an authentic, powerful, and present
How Much Profanity Do You Need In Your Novel?
In this post we answer the question, ‘How much profanity do you need in your novel?’ and give you tips for including it.
Our Top 5 Short Story Posts & A Short Story Course Offer
We’re sharing our top five short story posts of all time with a short story course offer.
How Much Sex Do You Need In A Sex Scene?
Are you writing a love scene? In this post, we look at levels of intimacy and ask: How much sex do you need in a
The Notorious ‘You’ – An In-Depth Look At Second Person Point Of View
Let’s look at the notorious ‘you’. We hope this in-depth look at second person viewpoint (point of view), and its uses in fiction, helps you
The Unintended Consequences Of A Lack Of Setting
Is your reader sure where the story is taking place? What are the unintended consequences of a lack of setting in a book?
How Much Blood Do You Need In A Crime Novel?
Are you writing crime? In this post, we look at levels of violence and ask: How much blood do you need in a crime novel?
Songwriting For Beginners – Part 2
This post is part of a Writers Write series on songwriting. In the second post on songwriting for beginners we cover lyric writing techniques.
What Is Imagination & Why Is It Important For Fiction Writing?
In this post, we ask ‘What is imagination?’, look at the difference between imagination and creativity, and discuss why imagination is important for fiction writing.
Why Memoirists Are Their Own Worst Enemies
Are you struggling to start – or finish writing your memoir? In this post, we look at the reasons memoirists are their own worst enemies.
Songwriting For Beginners – Part 1
This post is part of a Writers Write series on songwriting. In the first post on songwriting for beginners we cover basic songwriting theory.
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