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.
Creative Writing
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.
15 Fascinating Fictional Fathers Every Writer Should Know
Discover 15 fascinating fictional fathers who reveal the many ways father figures can shape characters, plots, and themes.
How Writers Use The Confidant As A Literary Device
What is a confidant in fiction? How does the confidant function as a literary device? We explore how to use the confidant to show support
All My Friends Are Fictional – The Role Of The Friend In Fiction
What is the role of the friend in your story?
The Marshall Plan For Romancing Your Story
Evan Marshall, author of The Marshall Plan® for Novel Writing, explains the Marshall Plan for romancing your story.
Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 19: Turning The Screw
 In this post, we look at ways authors have of turning the screw to increase the tension in novels.
The Portrait Of The Antagonist As A Human Being
What is the role of the antagonist in your story? We look at The Portrait Of The Antagonist As A Human Being.
9 Narcissistic Mothers & How To Write About Them
One of the most interesting characters to write about is a mother with a narcissistic personality disorder. In this post, we discuss 9 narcissistic mothers
The Top 10 Writing Posts from April 2016
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in April 2016: 7 Awesome Foreshadowing Tips For Fiction Writers The Awesome Foursome Fictional Characters
Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 18: Shading A Scene
In this post, we look at shading a scene to create contrast and change moods in your novels.
The Importance Of Being The Protagonist
What is the role of the protagonist in your story? What is the importance of being the protagonist?
Write Your Novel In A Year – Week 17: Expect The Unexpected
In this post, we look for ways for you to keep your readers and your characters on their toes. We suggest ways to expect the
Flip Your Characters To Twist A Plot
Changing a character’s dominant trait makes him or her even more interesting. If you are looking for a way to twist a plot, why not
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