How To Show & Not Tell In Short Stories
Master the ‘show, don’t tell‘ technique in short stories. Learn how to create immersive storytelling that draws readers in from the very first line.
Creative Writing
What Is A Sub-Plot In Fiction? 6 Sub-Plots Every Writer Should Know
What is a sub-plot? Learn how sub-plots strengthen a novel. Explore six types of sub-plots writers can use to add depth, conflict, and emotion to
A Complete Guide To Writing Prompts & Daily Writing Practice
What is a writing prompt, and why should you practise writing every day? Discover how writing prompts can strengthen your writing practice, boost creativity, and
7 Gripping Dystopian Plot Ideas For Writers
Looking for gripping dystopian story ideas? Here are 7 dystopian plot ideas to inspire your next dark and unforgettable story.
How To Write Great Dialogue In Fiction
What is dialogue in writing? We explain how to write great dialogue. Every writer needs to master the art of writing dialogue to create believable
What Is An Unreliable Narrator? 9 Types Every Writer Should Know
What is an unreliable narrator? We explore the 9 types of unreliable narrator, why they work so well in fiction, and memorable examples every writer
How Writers Use The 4 Main Characters As Literary Devices
Who are the four main characters in fiction? We explore how these character roles function as literary devices—and how you can use them to strengthen
Mastering Point Of View In Writing
Viewpoint, or point of view, is the lens through which a story is told. In this post, we explain what point of view is, how
The Art Of Writing A Great Love Triangle
Why do love triangles keep readers hooked? Discover the art of writing a great love triangle and learn how to create emotional conflict, tension, and
What You Could Be Reading Right Now
Discover what you could be reading right now with inspiring book recommendations, literary trends, and ideas to spark your own writing.
7 First Draft Dilemmas — Fixed!
Starting a draft of a new novel is always daunting. In this post, we show you how to fix 7 first draft dilemmas.
The Top 10 Writing Posts for October 2015
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in October 2015: NaNoWriMo Calendar – Organise and Conquer! 5 Things To Consider Before You Write An
2 000 Writers Reveal NaNoWriMo Strategies That Work For Them
Attempting to write 1667 words a day for 30 days during the month of November – also known as NaNoWriMo – is the perfect way
Use Our NaNoWriMo Brainstormer Worksheet To Plan Your Novel This November
If you are you participating in NaNoWriMo, use our NaNoWriMo brainstormer worksheet to plan your novel.
3 Incredibly Useful Ways To Create Pacing In Dialogue
Pacing in dialogue is like fuel-injection for your writing. Have you ever noticed how you start reading quicker when you get to dialogue in a
What Is An Epic Fantasy? 5 Things To Consider Before You Write An Epic Fantasy Book
What is an epic fantasy? In this post, we discuss 5 things to consider before you write an epic fantasy book.
10 Quick Fixes For Blogger’s Block
If you’re struggling to write your latest blog post, try these 10 quick fixes for blogger’s block to inspire you.
5 Great Plot Hacks To Jumpstart Your Story
Struggling to come up with a compelling story idea? Use these five great plot hacks to spark your creativity, develop stronger storylines, and jumpstart your
Pay Attention To Those Perfect Moments
How Do You See The World Around You? This post is about how to pay attention to those perfect moments to improve your storytelling.
How Chekhov’s Gun Can Help You With Description
In this post, we discuss what Chekhov’s Gun is and how Chekhov’s Gun can help you with description.
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