
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

Top Crime Writing Resources Every Writer Needs
Crime is one of the most popular genres in fiction. In this post, we share the top crime writing resources every writer needs.

A Quick Start Guide To Writing Revenge
In this post, we explore how to write about revenge – with examples. We’ve created a quick start guide to writing revenge.

What Is A Character Flaw? 123 Ideas For Character Flaws
What is a character flaw? Use this post to explore 123 ideas for character flaws. Use these flaws for the characters in your books.

An Editing Checklist For Writers
Are you about to edit your book? Use this editing checklist for writers when you’re rewriting your book or short story.

The Top 10 Writing Posts for October 2014
These were the Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in October 2014. Five guaranteed ways to bore your reader – Sure-fire mistakes writers should avoid 17 Ways To

Wants, Needs, Fears – The Compelling Triangle Of Motivation
 In this post, we write about wants, needs, fears – the compelling triangle of motivation.

How 7 Famous Writers Cope With Their Fear Of The Blank Page
Find out how 7 famous writers cope with their fear of the blank page. You’ll be pleased to learn that you’re not alone.Â

Finish That First Draft – 5 Fantastic Tips To Keep You Moving Forward
It’s tough to finish that first draft of a novel. We want to help you finish your book by using these 5 fantastic tips to

Why Masks Reveal More Than They Conceal
What mask do you wear? What mask does your character wear? In this post, we write about why masks reveal more than they conceal.

5 Guaranteed Ways To Bore Your Reader
Most beginners overwrite – padding their prose with unnecessary descriptions and characters. Here are 5 guaranteed ways to bore your reader.
NaNoWriMo Calendar
If you participate in NaNoWriMo, you have 30 days to write a 50 000-word novel. This NaNoWriMo Calendar breaks it down into a daily word

Join The Dots – How Creative Stories Are Born
If you’re a writer, you have to work out how creative stories are born. Sometimes, it’s just a matter of joining the dots.

17 Ways To Make Your Novel More Memorable
What is a memorable novel? In the world of writing techniques and writing routines, some things never change. Here are 17 ways to make your