3 Truly Odd Protagonists & Why We Really Really Like Them
This post is about three truly odd protagonists, why they became so popular, and what we can learn from them. Here are 3 truly odd protagonists
Creative Writing
9 Ways To Bring The Funny In Your Fiction
We all like the idea of making people laugh with our stories. Our guest blogger shares 9 ways to bring the funny in your fiction.
Why You Should Write A Screenplay
Do you want to write a screenplay? This post is about the magic of screenwriting and why this may be the perfect place for writers
Janet Evanovich’s 12 Tips For Writing A Query Letter
Janet Evanovich is the bestselling American author of the Stephanie Plum series of novels. Read Janet Evanovich’s 12 tips for writing a query letter.
5 Lies New Screenwriters Tell Themselves
Do you want to write a screenplay? It can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but beware the 5 lies new screenwriters tell themselves.
How To Create Perfect Settings In Your Memoir – Or Any Other Book
Learn how to create perfect settings in your memoir – or any other book and find out the unintended consequences of a lack of setting
Why Method Writing Makes You A Better Author
Actors use method acting to become better at their jobs. Writers can use method writing to become better at theirs.
Poetry 101: Creating Figurative Language Using Literary Devices
In this post, we continue our poetry 101 series and discuss creating figurative language using literary devices.
Is The Typewriter The New Must-Have Writing Tool?
GUEST POST When you think of a typewriter, do you visualise obsolete machines with some decorative value? Do you think of them as the source
Is Game Of Thrones Worth Your Time?
The new Game of Thrones TV series is coming out. This got me thinking about how my opinion of the franchise has changed over the
16 Tips From A Terrible Writer
Just like any other art or skill, writing takes time and practice. This post from a terrible writer includes 16 awesome tips on ways to
Why It’s Impossible To Quit Writing – But Taking A Break Can Help
I sometimes read over old journals and find recurring themes that still fascinate me as a writer. And I realise why It’s impossible to quit
The Top 10 Writing Posts From February 2017
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in February 2017: 40 Writing Competitions To Inspire You The Love Interest As A Literary
Why You Need To Write (At Least) One Bad Novel
You have to get that first bad book out your system. In this post we explore why you need to write at least one bad
The Top 10 Psychology Blogs
Writers love psychology. We want to know why we act the way we do. We are fascinated by obsessions and phobias and mental illness. At
Why Dreamers Will Always Have Enemies (& Why They Will Always Never Matter)
In this post, our blogger explores why dreamers will always have enemies and explains why they will never matter.
Why You Have To Give Your Readers What They Want
You have to write to an audience and you have to write to entertain. In this post, our blogger explores why you have to give
British vs American English: 63 Differences
This is a useful infographic for differences in spelling and word usage in British and American English. Here are 63 differences between British and American
What A Family Of Bears In A Car Taught Me About Storytelling
Storytelling is instinctive; it’s a natural skill for all of us. We’re born with it. In this post, our blogger explores what a family of
The Complete Guide To Evaluating Your Short Story
Learn how to evaluate your short story with practical tips for improving plot, character, conflict, theme, and setting.
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