5 Things Writers Can Learn From People Watching
Have fun with people watching! In this post, we share 5 things writers can learn from people watching.
Creative Writing
Gender Benders – A New Way To Look At Characters
Are you tired of writing the same old characters? In this post, we discuss gender benders – a new way to look at characters.
How Much Story Do You Need In Your Short Story?
Is your word count too high or too low? In this post, we ask and answer the question, How Much Story Do You Need In
Mashing Up Wild Plot Ideas
Have you tried to create a hybrid plot? In this post, we talk about making things different in your writing by mashing up wild plot
Doodle The Door Open: 3 Tips To Stay Creative
Are you looking for ways to maintain your creativity? In this post, our guest blogger shares three tips to stay creative with doodling.
Finding A New Lens For Old Plots
Play with ideas. In this post, we talk about reworking your story ideas and finding a new lens for old plots.
Naming Characters – 33 Fabulous Resources To Use
Naming characters in your stories is as important as naming your children. We have put together this list of 33 resources to use when naming
Test Your Plot – Finding A Fresh Angle Is Easier Than You Think
In this post, we talk about finding a way to test your plot and find a fresh angle. We include techniques for developing a fresh,
The Pros (& Cons) Of Outlining
In this post, our guest blogger writes about the pros and cons of outlining.
5 Ways To Create A Space for A Story To Grow
Stories sometimes hide from us and they need to be coaxed from the imagination to the page. Here are 5 ways to create a space
3 Essential Exercises For Writing Endings
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises to help you tell your stories. This post includes 3 essential exercises for writing endings.
16 Easy Ways To Unleash Your Creativity
Writing is a creative act. In this infographic, we share 16 easy ways to unleash your creativity.Â
How Setting Influences The Elements Of Your Story
Don’t overlook setting when you write a story. In this post, we look at the how setting influences the elements of your story.
The 3 Pillars Of Horror
Have you ever tried to write a horror story and found the result wanting? In this post, we look at how the 3 pillars of
Describing Food In Fiction
This article is about describing food in fiction in a realistic way. In this post, we look at describing different country’s military rations in particular.
Elizabeth Bowen’s 7 Tips For Writing Dialogue
This list is made up of Elizabeth Bowen’s 7 tips for writing dialogue.
5 Things That Happen After You’ve Typed THE END
You’ve finished writing your book. Congratulations! In this post, we discuss 5 things that happen after you’ve typed The End.
3 Essential Exercises For Writing Beginnings
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises to help you tell your stories. This post includes 3 essential exercises for writing beginnings.
Why You Need Surprises In Stories
If you are writing a novel, you need to include surprises for your readers. This post is about why you need surprises in stories and the
7 Tips From Journalists To Write A Better Memoir
When you write about yourself, use these 7 tips from journalists to write a better memoir.
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