Hi everyone! How are you all? October is upon us, which means it’s spooky season and time to get into the spirit of things! For many people, including me, that means breaking out the old horror films and reading some… Read More ›
Writing Tips
Underwriters Vs Overwriters
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m exploring the concept of what it means to be an overwriter or an underwriter. So, let’s jump in! Overwriters Vs Underwriters When it comes to writing fiction, there are two types… Read More ›
7 More Tips For Better Grammar
Hi everyone! I hope you’re well! Today, I am sharing some more tips for improving grammar. 7 More Tips to Help Improve Your Grammar 1 Read as Much as PossibleOne of the easiest and most practical ways to improve grammar… Read More ›
The Importance of Setting in Storytelling
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am exploring the idea of ‘setting’ and, in particular, its importance in storytelling. The Importance of Setting in Storytelling Storytelling is a complex and layered art form, but there are some… Read More ›
5 Ways to “Show” Instead of “Telling”
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am exploring the age-old writing technique of “showing” instead of “telling”. One of the biggest challenges for many writers, including me, is finding the right balance between “showing” and “telling”. What… Read More ›
5 Tips for Creating a Great Antagonist
Hi everyone! How are you all? Today, I am sharing some quick tips for creating and fleshing out your story’s antagonist. 5 Tips for Creating a Great Antagonist As a vital component of any compelling narrative, the antagonist plays a… Read More ›
Book Review: Writing a Novel and Getting Published for Dummies by George Green and Lizzy Kremer
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today is Friday, and it’s time for another review. Today, I’m reviewing George Green and Lizzy Kremer’s offering, Writing A Novel And Getting Published For Dummies 2nd Edition. Writing a Novel and Getting… Read More ›
The Difference Between Story, Plot and Narrative
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’ll explore the differences between story, plot and narrative. The Difference Between Story, Plot and Narrative Story, plot, and narrative are critical elements of successful writing. They are interdependent but distinct in… Read More ›
Using Foreshadowing in Fiction
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’ll be exploring the art of foreshadowing – because it is an art, really isn’t it? I mean, not everyone can do it, at least not well. I know it’s something I… Read More ›
How to Avoid Head-hopping
Hi everyone. I hope you’re all well. Today, I’ll be exploring the concept of head-hopping when writing multiple characters. How to Avoid Head-hopping As a writer, one of the most important and sometimes most difficult things to master is staying… Read More ›
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