To be an original writer, it's important to learn how to avoid clichés. Many of the same themes are explored often in fiction without being reduced to… Read more
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Conflict is at the heart of all stories. These are six of the story conflicts possible in your book: Read more
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How a Novel Ends
This week we're fortunate to have successful author Warren Adler with us, giving his insights on how a novel ends. Read more
Writing a story from beginning to end is a complex task that people approach in varying ways. Some are guided by their characters or by instinct. However, it… Read more
Guest contributor Cari Bennette discusses NaNoWriMo hurdles and the benefits of planning, community, and continuing the process beyond the month of November. Read more
It is said that writing humour is the most challenging type of writing, but being able to write comedy is an excellent skill to add to your… Read more
Colombian writer Gabriel Garcia Marquez was praised for his lyrical, vivid descriptions among other aspects of his work. By studying his prose, you too can write better description: Read more
Writers tend to be split in their feelings about research with some enjoying it and others dreading it. Almost every writer will need to do at least… Read more