
Free Writing Course – Hooked On Writing
Welcome to the launch of our free writing course, Hooked On Writing. If you want to love your writing and develop a writing habit in

What Is A Paraprosdokian?
What Is A Paraprosdokian? In this post, we explain what a paraprosdokian is and give you examples to explain the term.

3 Super Sidekicks & What They Do For Your Story
This post is about 3 super sidekicks and what they do for your story, why they are important, and what writers can learn from them.

4 Top Tips To Get You Through The Middle Of Your Book
If the middle of your novel has you stumped, use our4 top tips to get you through the middle of your book, and beat those

What Is Author Intrusion?
If you’ve ever wondered what author intrusion is, read this post. We define author intrusion and tell you how to avoid it in your stories.

What Is Love? 43 Ways To Write About Love
What is love? In this post, we have included 43 things for you to consider when you write about love.

5 Must-Try Time-Management Methods For Writers
This quick read offers you 5 must-try time-management methods for writers. They will help you manage your writing time all year round.

The 3 Best Tips For Writing Dialogue
Dialogue is often difficult for writers. Use our 3 best tips for writing dialogue to help you write great stories.

10 Ways To Kick-Start Your Horror Story
The holidays, including Halloween, give writers a wonderful opportunity to harvest material for stories. We’ve included 10 tips and 10 ways to kick-start your horror

Why Writers Should Know About Monsters Before They Write a Word
In this post, we discuss why writers should know about monsters before they write a word about them.

Plotting vs Pantsing: Pros, Cons, & How To Choose Your Writing Method
Compare plotting vs pantsing in writing. Learn the pros and cons of each method and find your ideal approach.

12 Setting Secrets Every Storyteller Needs To Know
What is setting in storytelling? Discover 12 essential elements every writer should understand to create vivid, immersive story worlds.

Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall – One Story, Three Interpretations
Let’s look at how one story can have three interpretations: Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall.

5 Famous Writers On Writing A Villain
Explore 5 famous authors’ insights on writing compelling villains, plus lessons from their most iconic stories to use in your own fiction.

How To Use AI Without Compromising Your Integrity As A Writer
We explore how to use AI and not compromise your integrity as a writer. Can you work with AI without sacrificing your values?

How To Write What You Love
In this post, we tell you how to write what you love – not what other people think you should write.

Trashy Novels, Treasure Troves: What Writers Can Steal
Trashy novels aren’t really trash – they’re lessons in disguise. We explore what writers can learn from so-called ‘trashy’ fiction.

17 Ways To Think Like A Writer Every Day
Want to become a better author? Discover 17 practical ways to think like a writer every day and strengthen your writing skills.

A Quick Start Guide To Writing First & Last Lines
Learn how to write powerful first and last lines with this quick-start guide, complete with clear examples to inspire your writing.

Why The Silence Of The Lambs Is A Masterclass For Thriller Writers
Discover why The Silence of the Lambs, based on the novel by Thomas Harris, is a masterclass in thriller writing.