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.
An Illustrated Look At Creating Dynamic Characters
A dynamic character undergoes substantial internal change. In this post, we share an illustrated look at creating dynamic characters.
Angry Characters And What To Do With Them
Are you including angry characters in your stories? In this post, we talk about angry characters and what to do with them.
How To Structure Your Children’s Story
If you are writing for children, we have put together a post on how to structure your children’s story.
5 Visualisation Techniques To Help You Draft A Book
In this post, our guest blogger writes about 5 visualisation techniques to help you draft a book.
The Crowded Dream: Letting Go Of Guilt
Have you had a crowded dream? In this post, we look at how letting go of guilt can help you as a writer. Write about
3 Important Points To Remember When Creating Antagonists In Short Stories
In this post, we cover 3 important points to remember when creating antagonists in short stories.
10 Dialogue Mistakes Writers Make (And How To Fix Them)
Good dialogue makes characters come alive. Learn the 10 mistakes writers should avoid and use our infographic to create stronger, more natural conversations.
What’s Stopping You From Being A Happy Writer?
What would happiness look like as a writer? In this post, we ask ‘What’s stopping you from being a happy writer?’
4 Super Easy Ways To Create Characters For Short Stories
In short stories, we have less time to develop characters. In this post, we cover 4 super easy ways to create characters for short stories
The Top 10 Writing Posts From April 2017
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in April 2017: 10 Powerful Recurring Themes In Children’s Stories 4 Ways To Rediscover Joy
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