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
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20 Fun Ways To Find Plot Ideas For Your Story
Struggling to come up with a story idea? Discover 20 fun and creative ways to find plot ideas worth turning into your next novel.
A Complete Guide To Writing Prompts & Daily Writing Practice
What is a writing prompt, and why should you practise writing every day? Discover how writing prompts can strengthen your writing practice, boost creativity, and
What You Could Be Reading Right Now
Discover what you could be reading right now with inspiring book recommendations, literary trends, and ideas to spark your own writing.
Ian Rankin’s 10 Essential Rules For Writing Fiction
In this post, we share Scottish author Ian Rankin’s 10 rules for writing fiction.
Sue Grafton’s Writing Process: Lessons From A Crime Fiction Master
We take a closer look at the writing process of bestselling American crime author Sue Grafton, widely celebrated for her iconic mystery novels.
Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall – One Story, Three Interpretations
Let’s look at how one story can have three interpretations: Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant Of Wildfell Hall.
How To Write What You Love
In this post, we tell you how to write what you love – not what other people think you should write.
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.
The Top 10 Writing Posts From November 2022
In this post, we share the top 10 writing posts from November 2022.
The Last Days Of NaNoWriMo
While the last days of NaNoWriMo are not exactly like the last days of Pompeii, there can, if you’re not prepared, be distinct similarities.
Lisa Genova’s 6 Rules Of Research
In this post, we share American author, Lisa Genova’s 6 rules of research.
Urban Legends For Writers
In this post, we look at urban legends (and their use in fiction).
5 Good Things About J.R.R. Tolkien’s Books
In this post, we look at five good things about J.R.R. Tolkien’s books. Here are five of the best things about Tolkien’s writing.
7 Steps To Celebrate ‘The End’Â
In this post, we’re looking at what to do to celebrate writing the end of your story. Here are 7 steps to celebrate ‘The End’.
8 Common Phrases We Actually Got From Shakespeare
In this post, we look at 8 Common Phrases We Actually Got From Shakespeare.
The Top 10 Writing Posts From October 2022
In this post, we share the top 10 writing posts from October 2022.
A Tongue-In-Cheek Look At Dictionaries
In this post, we’re sharing a tongue-in-cheek look at dictionaries because 16 October is Dictionary Day!
The Top 10 Writing Posts From September 2022
In this post, we share the top 10 writing posts from September 2022.
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