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.
Banned Books Week – The 10 Most Challenged Titles Of 2017
In this post to celebrate banned books week, we share the most challenged titles of 2017.
Cheryl Strayed’s Advice For Beginner Writers
In this post, we’ve shared American writer, Cheryl Strayed’s advice for beginner writers.
A Magic Trick For Writing
The concept of point of view (POV) is a central magic of fiction writing. An editing client has just let me know he has problems
The AVBOB Poetry Project Year 2
Promoted Post Press release: When the AVBOB Poetry Project was first announced on Mandela Day 2017, the hope – though modest and tentative – was
The Ultimate List Of Useful Online Tools
The following list can help you handle everything from website coding to citing, and of course: writing. In this post, we share the ultimate list
The Top 10 Writing Posts From August 2018
These were the new Writers Write posts you enjoyed most in August 2018: Why You Need To Read More Books The Relationship Between Famous Writers
Jeanette Winterson’s 10 Rules For Writing
Discover Jeanette Winterson’s 10 rules for writing, including advice on discipline, creativity, honesty, ambition, and trusting your work.
Famous Writers And Their Cats: A Purrfect Relationship
Discover the special relationship between famous writers and their cats, from beloved companions to the feline muses that inspired great works of literature.
Annie Proulx’s 5 Rules For Good Writing
In this post, we’ve shared American writer, Annie Proulx’s 5 Rules For Good Writing.
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