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Making dialogue sound naturalWhile dialogue isn't real speech, but a form of stylized speech, it still needs to sound as natural and authentic as possible. Read on for ways to...
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Self-editing after NaNoWriMoSelf-editing a manuscript is essential, even if you are planning to use a professional editor too. Read on for how to self-edit The post...
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Direct vs indirect characterization: How to show and tellThere are two main ways to reveal characters: direct characterization, and indirect characterization. What defines these two characterization...
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Writing my novel with the Now Novel processThis week I take a look at writing my novel using the Now Novel process to map and plot my book, as well as some of the issues and challenges I...
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Baring your soul: ways to write a memoirWe live in a time when baring your soul by writing a memoir has become so popular that bookshelves, literal and virtual, are awash with the genre....
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Mastering NaNoWriMo: expert strategies from veteransYou might be considering doing NaNoWriMo this November. Three writers give their advice on how to go about writing 50,000 words in a month The...
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10 key takeaways from Bird by BirdWhat makes Anne Lamott's 1994 writing book so good? We unpack some of the key points of Bird by Bird: Instructions for a Writing Life The post...
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Beyond stereotypes: portraying realistic LGBTIQ+ charactersPortraying realistic, credible and relatable LGBTIQ+ characters is within your grasp. Read on for tips and how to avoid the 10 tropes The post...
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From trauma to triumph: using life writing to healIs it possible to heal from trauma through writing? Studies confirm the power of writing as an aid to healing. We have some journal prompts and...
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Unseen worlds: the omission of women on SFF ‘best of’ listsNerine Dorman laments that best of SFF lists often exclude many female writers, and suggests a range of other names to read The post Unseen...
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How to write a novel using the Save the Cat! methodThe name of this writing method is certainly both intriguing and memorable. We delve into what this method entails The post How to write a...
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Interview with writing coach Masha du ToitWe chat to writing coach Masha du Toit about mentoring other writers, creating a series, designing book covers and why writing is like surfing...
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Researching place when you can’t just get on an airplaneWhen you can't travel to research a place, you need to get creative with other ways of finding information about a locale The post Researching...
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Voices on the page: points to consider when writing dialogueThe central job of dialogue in a novel is to move the plot forward, provide exposition and reveal who the characters are. Read on for some ways to...
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Author interview: Daniel Pease on writingDaniel Pease tells us about his journey creating Careless: a Leland Chase mystery The post Author interview: Daniel Pease on writing appeared...
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9 ways to reclaim your writing grooveHere are some tips to reclaim your writing groove and get back into that writer's seat The post 9 ways to reclaim your writing groove appeared...
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Crime writing: 10 pointers from the expertsFrom not having your protagonist eat too many scrambled eggs to writing what you know--and don't know--here's a roundup of advice from crime...
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How to write a novella: 6 essential tipsLearning how to write a novella is excellent preparation for writing your first novel. It enables you to work out characters and themes more...
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How to use poetry in fictionIncluding poetry in your fiction can have many benefits and enhance your storyline. We look at ways to include poetry in your stories. The...
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The benefits of reading like a writerWe’ve all heard the phrase “good readers make good writers,” but just what does it mean, why is it important, and how does one go about reading...
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Finding your writing voice 5 points to considerWhat sets you apart from other writers? How do you stand out from the crowd? The answer lies in finding your unique writing voice. In this blog two...
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Pros and cons of self-publishing – should you do it?So you’ve finally written your novel and you want to get it published. You’ve heard of the tremendous success of self-published authors, such as...
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Rising action that grips readers: 10 epic climax tipsHow do you create rising action? What is its purpose? How can you make rising events more suspenseful? Dive into dramatic theory and tips to make...
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Writing science fiction: 8 ideas for quantum leaps in craftWriting science fiction means speculating and dreaming up other possibilities and worlds. Read ideas from eight titans of the genre to make your...
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Writing romance and love stories: Complete guideWriting romance and love stories means creating emotional payoffs for readers. Read more about the genre and find helpful resources on romance...
