Using Opposites To Create Tension In Characters, Plot, And Setting
In this post, we discuss using opposites to create tension in characters, plot, and setting.
Creative Writing
Poetry Competition – ‘I Wish I’d Said’ – Enter Now
Write Something. Move Someone.      The AVBOB Poetry Competition aims to build a bridge between the comfort to be found in the words of poets and
Use Memories To Trigger Your Descriptions
In this post, we discuss how you can use memories to trigger your descriptions.
How To Learn From The Best Short Story Writers
In this post, we discuss how you can learn from the best short story writers. I will use Annie Proulx as an example.
How The Top 10 Themes In Film Can Make You A Better Blogger
In this post, we talk about how the top 10 themes in film can make you a better blogger.
7 Ways To Outline A Plot: The Ultimate Infographic
Here are 7 ways to outline a plot in this infographic.
The Big 5 Personality Traits
In this post, we suggest using the big 5 personality traits to help you create a character.
How To Make The Most Of Scenes In Short Stories
What are scenes in short stories? In this post, we tell you how to make the most of your scenes in short stories.
7 Exercises To Try Before You Write About Yourself
Writers Write is a writing resource, and, in this post, we give you 7 exercises to try before you write about yourself.
William Goldman’s 10 Commandments On Writing
William Goldman’s 10 commandments for writers offer practical, witty advice on writing well and telling better stories.
Trashy Novels, Treasure Troves: What Writers Can Steal
Trashy novels aren’t really trash – they’re lessons in disguise. We explore what writers can learn from so-called ‘trashy’ fiction.
17 Ways To Think Like A Writer Every Day
Want to become a better author? Discover 17 practical ways to think like a writer every day and strengthen your writing skills.
A Quick Start Guide To Writing First & Last Lines
Learn how to write powerful first and last lines with this quick-start guide, complete with clear examples to inspire your writing.
Why The Silence Of The Lambs Is A Masterclass For Thriller Writers
Discover why The Silence of the Lambs, based on the novel by Thomas Harris, is a masterclass in thriller writing.
Write A Page-Turning Book Blurb In Just 5 Steps
Discover a simple 5-step formula to write a page-turning blurb that grabs attention, builds intrigue, and drives clicks.
10 Weird Things Writers Do
Authors are dear to our hearts, and we find that a lot of their charm lies in their eccentricities. This blog is about the weird
The Sci-Fi Genre That Feels Too Real – What Is Mundane Science Fiction?
Discover what defines the mundane science fiction genre, its core characteristics, and standout story examples.
What Is A Character Bible & Why Do I Need One?
If you’ve ever felt as if the inmates have taken over the asylum when it comes to the novel you’re writing, you probably need a
Master Body Language In Writing With These Easy Cheat Sheets
What is body language and how do you use it when you write? Use these cheat sheets to master your body language descriptions.
Weird Habits Of Famous Writers
Writers are a special breed – whatever it is you do to get yourself to create, you are not alone. Here are 5 weird habits
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