
My Writing Journey – You’re Never Too Old!
Gill Mittins attended a Writers Write course and after turning 60, she published her first book. Read about Gill Mittins’ writing journey – you’re never

The Starter Block: Getting Ready To Write A Book
Are you standing on the writer’s starter block? Find out how to make sure that you’re fighting fit before you start writing a book.

Dear Writer: Advice For Beginner Authors
Dear Writer. In this post we share advice for beginner authors. If you want to write a book, it may be worth reading.

Elmore Leonard’s 11 Rules For Writing Fiction
Discover Elmore Leonard’s 11 rules for writing fiction and learn how to write sharp dialogue, build characters, and keep readers hooked.

A Writing Secret Everyone Forgets
It’s important to find out what you’re good at when you write. In this post, we discuss a writing secret everyone forgets.Â

12 Newspaper Archive Resources For Journalists & Writers
If you need to do some research for a story, newspaper archives will help you get to the core of the story quicker. Out guest

The Top 10 Writing Posts From September 2018
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in September 2018: 7 Reasons Why Introverts Make Good Writers Banned Books Week – The

My Top 10 Tips For Large Writing Projects And Novels In Particular
If you’re starting a large writing project, read this post. Our guest blogger shares 10 tips for large projects and novels in particular.

Why We Ask You
Once upon a time… When I was in my early 20s, struggling as a writer, my desktop computer crashed. I didn’t have any money to

10 Things William Faulkner Had To Say About Writing
Discover 10 things William Faulkner had to say about writing, from character creation to finding time to write and hone your craft.

7 Bits Of Writing Advice From Truman Capote
In this post, we share 7 bits of writing advice from Truman Capote, the famous American crime writer.

10 Plot Devices & How To Use Them In Your Stories
In this post, we explore 10 plot devices and how to use them in your stories.

6 Important Things About Flash Fiction
Flash fiction is difficult to write, but easy to read. In this post, we explore the different types of flash fiction and we look at

Why We Need To Get Back To Writing With Hope
Are you feeling jaded and depressed? In this post, we look at why writers need to get back to writing with hope. We also look

7 Ways For Writers To Avoid Getting Overwhelmed By Research
Let’s look at how writers can make doing research easier for themselves. In this post, we look at 7 ways for writers to avoid getting

7 Bits Of Writing Advice From H. G. Wells
Discover seven practical pieces of writing advice from H. G. Wells, from writing at strange hours to using plain language.

What Is Procrastination & How Do Writers Beat It?
In this post we look at delaying tactics used by authors. We ask: What is procrastination and how do writers beat it?

Gail Carson Levine’s 7 Rules For Writing
Discover Gail Carson Levine’s 7 rules for writing, including practical advice on writing, reading, rereading, and keeping your work.

Audiobooks: How Authors Respond To Hearing Theirs
In this post we explore the experience authors have hearing their books narrated as audiobooks for the first time.

7 Bits Of Poetry Advice From Mary Oliver
Looking for poetry inspiration? Explore 7 pieces of advice from Mary Oliver, one of America’s most beloved and celebrated poets.