
When To Stick To The Rules Of Fiction And When To Break Them
Do you follow the rules of fiction writing? In this post, we discuss when to stick to the rules of fiction and when to break

Getting Feedback On Your Writing: 4 Things To Keep In Mind
Do you want someone to critique your story? In this post, we discuss 4 things to keep in mind when getting feedback on your writing.

13 Ways To Lengthen Your Short Story
Need to increase your short story’s word count? Discover 13 ways to lengthen your story by adding depth, detail, tension, and stronger characters.

5 Fun Exercises To Help You Find Your Special Voice
What is your writing voice? In this post, we discuss your uniqueness as a writer and share 5 fun exercises to help you find your

Mary Karr’s Memoir Checklist
If you’re writing a memoir, read this post where we’ve shared American writer, Mary Karr’s memoir checklist.

10 Reasons Why You’re NOT A Writer …
We all want to write, don’t we? But we often wonder if we’re really writers. Here are 10 reasons why you’re NOT a writer.

12 Ways To Shorten Your Short Story
Do you need to cut your short story’s word count? Learn 12 ways to tighten your writing, polish your story, and make every word matter.

Character Arcs & Creating Interesting New Characters In The Middle Of Your Story
Character arcs are all about the transformation of characters in a story. In this post, we write about character arcs and creating interesting new characters

How The 3 Ladies Of Destiny Can Help You Seal A Character’s Fate
Three threads are tied together to seal your fate. In this post, we show you how the 3 ladies of destiny can help you seal

2 Perfect Scene Templates To Help You Plot Your Book
Do you need a scene template? We give you two perfect scene templates to help you plot your book. One is for a scene and

10 Life-Changing Benefits Of Reading More Books
Discover 10 life-changing benefits of reading more books, from improving your mind and creativity to reducing stress and enriching your life.

The Author’s Promise: The Two Things Every Writer Owes Their Reader
Learn the author’s promise and find out the two commitments every writer should make to keep readers turning the pages until the end.

What Is Subject-Verb Agreement? 30 Examples To Master Concord
Learn what concord means in writing and why subject-verb agreement matters. We share 30 examples to help you improve your grammar.

7 Ways ‘What If?’ Helps Writers Create Better Stories
Learn how fiction writers use ‘What if?’ to generate ideas, solve story problems, and create stronger characters, plots, and worlds.

The 6 Non-Fiction Genres That Sell The Most Books
Discover the 6 non-fiction genres that sell the most books. Learn what readers buy most and how these popular genres dominate global book sales.

Why Every Story Needs Consequences
Why do consequences matter in fiction? Readers expect actions to have consequences. Learn how this simple rule creates satisfying stories.

How To Write A Space Opera
Learn how to write a space opera filled with epic adventures, unforgettable characters, and interstellar conflict that readers will love.

Scenes And Sequels: The Writer’s Guide To Stronger Story Structure
Learn how scenes and sequels shape a story. Discover how writers use this simple structure to build tension and improve pacing.

What Is Dystopian Fiction & How Do I Write It?
Explore dystopian fiction and learn why readers love this genre. Discover its elements and get tips for writing dynamic dystopian stories.

What Is Utopian Fiction & How Do I Write It?
What is a utopia? Learn how to create an ideal world for your story and use simple tips to write believable, engaging utopian fiction.