
How To Make Your First Chapter Impossible To Put Down
Learn how to make your first chapter impossible to put down with techniques to hook readers from page one and keep them turning the pages.

Ian Rankin’s 10 Essential Rules For Writing Fiction
In this post, we share Scottish author Ian Rankin’s 10 rules for writing fiction.

Poets On Writing Poetry: Insights & Inspiration
Learn timeless insights from poets on the art of writing poetry. Explore what poets reveal about the craft and apply it to your own work.

Plotting vs Pantsing: Pros, Cons, & How To Choose Your Writing Method
Compare plotting vs pantsing in writing. Learn the pros and cons of each method and find your ideal approach.

12 Setting Secrets Every Storyteller Needs To Know
What is setting in storytelling? Discover 12 essential elements every writer should understand to create vivid, immersive story worlds.

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.

Love Story vs Romance: Key Writing Differences Explained
What’s the difference between writing a love story and a romance novel? Learn the key rules, endings, and writing tips for each genre.

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.

Poetry Made Easy: How To Read & Interpret Poems
Intimidated by poetry? Learn simple, effective techniques to read, understand, and enjoy poetry with confidence, even if you’re a beginner.

5 Famous Writers On Writing A Villain
Explore 5 famous authors’ insights on writing compelling villains, plus lessons from their most iconic stories to use in your own fiction.

3 Essential Exercises For Writing Beginnings
We are posting a series of Essential Writing Exercises to help you tell your stories. This post includes 3 essential exercises for writing beginnings.

6 Top Tips For Business Writers In Lockdown
Are you working from home? Are you having to self-isolate? In this post, we share six top tips for business writers in lockdown.

A Creative Life Online: Creativity And Grief And Depression
Welcome to the fifth post in ‘A Creative Life Online‘. This post is about creativity and grief and depression.

A Creative Life Online: Creativity And Money
Welcome to the fourth post in ‘A Creative Life Online‘. This post is about creativity and money.

How To Use Instagram To Enhance Your Writing Career
Instagram for writers? In this post, our blogger gives you 7 tips on how to use Instagram to enhance your writing career.

A Creative Life Online: Finding Creativity In Routine
Welcome to the third post in ‘A Creative Life Online‘. This post is about finding creativity in routine.

A Creative Life Online: Finding Inspiration And Creativity Online
Welcome to the second post in ‘A Creative Life Online‘. This post is about finding inspiration and creativity online.

Step-By-Step Guides For Business Writers
We have written a series of step-by-step guides for business writers over the past few years. In this post, you will find links to all

A Creative Life Online: How To Use The Internet As A Creative Tool
Welcome to the first post in ‘A Creative Life Online‘. We want to nurture your creativity by exploring how to use the internet as a

250 Useful Phrases You Can Use At Work
Sometimes, we need help communicating what we mean in the workplace. In this infographic, we share 250 phrases you can use at work.