
How A Flashbulb Memory Can Help You Define Your Memoir
If you’re writing a memoir, you will have moments that stand out in your mind. In this post, we discuss how a flashbulb memory can

Do Your Characters Have SMART Story Goals?
In this post, we ask: Do your characters have SMART story goals? SMART goals give them a sense of direction, which helps you to plot.

7 Reasons Why I Loved The Writers Write Course
Is our creative writing course, Writers Write – how to write a book, the best writing course in the world? Read what author, Marie Unanue

Character Arcs Or Character Development? What’s The Difference?
In this post, we look into character arcs and character development. We figure out what they are and if there is any difference between the

7 Tips To Remove Distractions While Blogging
In this post, our guest blogger gives you 7 tips to remove distractions while blogging.

Countdown To NaNoWriMo – How To Plan For The Month
Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month? In this post, we give you a 4-week countdown to NaNoWriMo and tell you how to plan

Write A Road Trip To Help You Plot A Book
Are you struggling to write a book? Do you have an idea that seems to go nowhere? In this post, we suggest you write a

Why All Aspiring Novelists Need A Vision Board
A vision board can be valuable for writers, with benefits that can help aspiring novelists achieve their dreams. Our guest blogger tells us why all

The 7 Qualities Of Compelling Character Motivations
If you understand what motivates your characters, it is easier to create a plot for your story. In this post, we share the 7 qualities

Writers! Are You A Puffer Or A Fluffer?
We introduce two interesting writing terms, and ask writers: Are you a puffer or a fluffer? We also define fluffery and puffery.

The Super Simple Story Structure & How to Use It
Are you looking for a great plotting formula? In this post, we look at a super simple story structure and tell you how to use

5 Things To Remember While Writing A Novel
If you’re writing a book, there are a few things to keep in mind. In this post, we look at 5 things to remember while

6 Differences Between A Novel & A Memoir
Are you wondering if you should write a memoir or a novel based on your life experiences? In this post, we look at six differences

How To Write An Ethically & Socially Sensitive Story
Why should a writer care about being socially and ethically sensitive? If you’re thinking about writing an ethically and socially sensitive story, find out how to

The Edit
So you’ve finished rewriting your book and you’ve had an appraisal. Now it’s time to get some more help. In this post, we look at

What Is Business Writing? Everything You Need To Know About Business Writing
What is business writing? If you work in a business and you write to colleagues and clients, you are a business writer. In this post,

Your Book: What To Cut & What To Keep
Are you over- or under-writing your story? In this post, we look at five things you need to cut from your book and six things

How To Use The Short Story Checklist
If you’re a short story writer, you’ll have read our post on why you need a short story checklist. In this post, we discuss how

Isn’t It Time To Invest In Your Writing?
So, you want to be a writer? If you’re serious about it, it may be time to invest in your writing.

The 4 Pillars Of Fantasy
Have you ever tried to write a fantasy and found the result wanting? In this post, we look at how the 4Â pillars of fantasy can