Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I will explore speed writing, explaining what it is and how it can help you in your writing projects. Speed Writing Writing is a crucial aspect of all our lives, particularly for… Read More ›
Writing Tips
Helpful tips and ideas to get you writing.
Using Dialogue Tags
Hi everyone! I hope you’re well. Today, I’m talking about dialogue tags – specifically, what they are and when to use them. Using Dialogue Tags What are Dialogue Tags? As writers, we all know how important it is to use… Read More ›
Writing Narrative Nonfiction
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I will be exploring the genre of narrative nonfiction a little. So, without more preamble, let’s jump in. What is Narrative Nonfiction? Narrative nonfiction is a unique form of writing that brilliantly… Read More ›
What are Chapters, and How Long Should they Be?
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am talking about chapters; what are they, and how long should they be? What is a Chapter?Chapters are essential in long-form storytelling. They help to create a structure that steers the… Read More ›
7 Ways to Avoid an Info Dump
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m discussing the dreaded ‘info dump’ and, in particular, some ways you can avoid it. Whatever stage you are at in your writing career, the chances are you will have experienced the… Read More ›
6 Reasons to Take Regular Writing Breaks
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’ll be exploring the benefits of taking regular writing breaks. Writing is an art; it is not just about putting pen to paper or fingers to keyboard. It requires dedication, focus, and… Read More ›
Book Review: Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook by Bloomsbury
Hi everyone! I hope you’re well. It’s Friday again, and time for another review. Today, I am reviewing the book Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook from Bloomsbury. Writers’ & Artists’ Yearbook was first published in 1908 as an 80-page booklet by… Read More ›
Splitting Infinitives
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I will be exploring the ‘Split Infinitive’, something that has been a bone of contention in the writing community for such a long time. Splitting Infinitives English grammar can be a tricky… Read More ›
The Rule of Three in Storytelling
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I am talking about the rule of three, a storytelling technique used in various types and styles of stories. The Rule of Three in Storytelling The rule of three is a technique… Read More ›
5 Further Tips to Help with Pacing Your Story
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I’m back with another round of tips for helping you pace your story. 5 Further Tips to Help with Pacing Your Story 1 Establish a RhythmEstablishing a consistent rhythm throughout your narrative… Read More ›