
How To Develop Strong Characters Children Will Relate To
Are you writing children’s books? In this post, we tell you how to develop strong characters children will relate to in your stories.

R.L. Stine’s 10 Tips For Curing Writer’s Block
In this post, we share American novelist, R.L. Stine’s 10 tips for curing writer’s block.

The Top 10 Writing Posts From September 2020
In this post, we share the top 10 writing posts from September 2020.

Simon Scarrow’s 6 Tips For Aspiring Writers
In this post, we share historical fiction writer Simon Scarrow’s 6 tips for aspiring writers.

Banned Books Week – The 10 Most Challenged Titles Of 2019
In this post to celebrate banned books week, we share the 10 most challenged titles of 2019.

10 Ways To Be A Great Writing Group Member
Are you thinking of joining a writing group? In this post we look at what it takes to be a great writing group member.

10 Bits Of Writing Advice From Stephen King
In this post we share 10 bits of writing advice from the American author, Stephen King.

George R. R. Martin’s Writing Advice
Who is George R. R. Martin? In this post we share American author, George R. R. Martin’s writing advice.

5 Things To Remember While Writing A Novel
If you’re writing a book, there are a few things to keep in mind. In this post, we look at 5 things to remember while

Marian Keyes’ 3 Tips For New Writers
In this post we share Irish novelist, Marian Keyes’ 3 tips for new writers.

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

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.