How To Find Your Story’s Theme In 3 Simple Steps
What is a theme? Learn what a story theme is and how to find it. Use these three simple steps to uncover the deeper meaning
Creative Writing
Why Embracing Your Inner Madness Makes You A Better Writer
You don’t have to be crazy to be a writer, but embracing your inner madness can definitely make you a better writer.
What Is A Story Goal? The Secret To A Strong Plot
What is a story goal in fiction writing? Learn how a concrete story goal helps writers create stronger plots, build conflict, and structure novels that
45 Ways To Avoid Using The Word ‘Very’
Good writers avoid using words like ‘very’ and ‘really too often. Use these 45 alternatives to ‘very’ to make your writing stronger, clearer, and more
What Is Tone? 155 Words To Describe An Author’s Tone
What is tone in writing? Learn the definition of tone and discover 155 words that can help you describe an author’s tone, analyse literature, and
What Is Direct & Indirect Characterisation? & Which One Should I Use?
In this post, we define characterisation, look at direct characterisation and indirect characterisation, and ask which one authors should use.
Worldbuilding: The Ultimate Setting Checklist For Writers
Where your story is set is important. Use this ultimate worldbuilding and setting checklist to create richer, more believable fictional worlds for any genre.
Show Don’t Tell: 5 Simple Techniques Every Writer Should Know
Learn how to master the ‘Show Don’t Tell’ technique with five simple writing strategies. This post includes clear examples to help writers create more engaging
7 Benefits Of Keeping A Diary – For Writers
Creative writing teachers say writers should keep a diary. So, why don’t we? Maybe because we don’t see the point? Or because we don’t know
5 Secret Tricks To Strengthen Your Writing
Use this post to learn five secret tricks to strengthen your writing. We share practical before-and-after examples to show how small changes can make your
You Have To Show Up As A Writer
Sometimes it’s hard to believe in yourself as a writer. But you have to show up and take a chance as a writer.
My Short Story Writing Process – In 12 Easy Steps
Is there a process to writing short fiction? How do you write a short story? In this post, we put together a short story writing
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
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