Writing Tips from Amanda Patterson

In this post, we list 12 most basic character building blocks for authors to think about when they write books.

How do we write what we know without writing about ourselves? Use this exercise to turn what you know into a useful resource for your

In this post, we ask: What is a denouement and how do we write one? And more importantly, does your book need a denouement?

It’s time to make those dreaded New Year’s Resolutions for writers. Here are some practical goals for writers.

In this post, we discuss why you think you have writer’s block and stop writing. We also list 10 ways for you to get yourself

Telling should be used sparingly because it distances the reader from the character’s goals and actions. Here are 3 simple ways to help you show

After teaching writing for many years, we have identified the 5 most common fiction writing mistakes made by debut writers.

Writers Write is a plain language writing resource. In this post, we give you nine easy ways to simplify your writing.

Writers Write is a business writing resource. Use these 5 simple ways to help you communicate in a positive manner.

Choosing names for fictional people is important. We have put together this list of 10 things to consider when naming characters in your books.