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What is Prewriting? Definition, Strategies, and Examples

Learn how to develop your story ideas with these prewriting strategies and tips.

March 26th, 2025

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How to Describe Characters + 16 Character Description Examples

In this article, we'll look at essential character description techniques as well as some illustrative examples from literature, TV, and movies to give you some inspiration for how to write multi-dimensional characters yourself.

March 26th, 2025

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How to Write a YA Novel: Tips to Engage Teens

A relatable teenage protagonist, coming-of-age themes and a hopeful ending — learn what makes a successful YA novel.

March 26th, 2025

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How to Start a Chapter: 7 Ways to Hook Your Reader

It’s not just chapter one that needs to draw your reader in. Here are 7 ways to hook your reader at the start of any chapter.

March 18th, 2025

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5 Unconventional Ways to Find Writing Motivation

No matter whether you’ve just started your writing journey or have been crafting stories for years, motivation can be unpredictable. Here are five non-traditional tips to help you keep on writing if popular strategies just aren't working for you.

March 17th, 2025

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How to Rewrite: 7 Tips for Stronger Revisions

Forget the myth that great writers produce their best work in strokes of unedited genius — the real art of writing lies in rewriting. Here’s how to get the most out of your own revisions.

March 12th, 2025

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5 Tips to Choose Themes for Stories (+ Exercises)

In this post, we’ll break down different ways you can figure out the perfect theme for your story, making it both engaging and memorable!

March 7th, 2025

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The 6 Parts of a Story: A Complete Guide

Learn about the 6 key elements that work together to engage readers and create an immersive experience.

March 6th, 2025

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How to Write a Sequel That Readers Will Love

Writing a sequel may delight fans of your standalone book — it's an opportunity to build on story arcs, characters, and the world you've already created. In this post, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to write a fan-favorite follow-up.

March 3rd, 2025

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Manuscript Evaluation: What Is It? And Where to Get One

A manuscript evaluation is a type of edit that delivers big picture feedback on your novel’s strengths and weaknesses — helping you refine your work before you take the next step forward in the publishing process.

March 1st, 2025

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How to Write a Main Character: Tips for the Perfect Protagonist

Is your protagonist in danger of becoming a side character in their own story? The best main characters are the ones that are captivating and relatable — after all, if you want your readers to spend over three-hundred pages with your protagonist, they need to be compelling. This post will walk you through four handy tips to take your main character from two-dimensional to a fully-fledged protagonist worth reading. 

 

February 28th, 2025

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Want to Write More? 8 Must-Try Writing Rituals to DIY

Writing rituals are the little things that you do before, during, and after each session to get your mind in writing mode. These rituals can take many different forms — pre-writing exercises, post-writing rewards, or sensory cues, to name a few — but they should all have the same effect: nurturing creativity and consistency in your writing practice.

 

February 27th, 2025

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