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Point of view: Complete guide to POV in stories
Perspective writing is an aspect of narration many writers struggle with. Yet point of view is an important element of storytelling. Read a complete guide to point of view including first person, second and third, plus objective point of view, with definitions and examples: Contents of this P...
June 11th, 2025
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Dialogue words: Other words for 'said' (and what to avoid)
Writing effective, compelling dialogue has multiple elements. It's not only what characters say but how they say it that matters. Read other words for said as well as tips for keeping your dialogue natural and engrossing: What is a 'dialogue tag' (or speech tag)? Tags (like name tags) iden...
June 11th, 2025
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Person vs society: 6 types of story conflict
External conflicts in fiction - conflicts between characters and outside sources rather than inner battles - are an important part of storytelling. 'Man vs society' (or, rather, person vs society) is a conflict authors often use to explore society and culture. This conflict in literature ex...
June 11th, 2025
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What is the Everyman Archetype? Definition, Examples, and Tips
An everyman is a completely ordinary, highly relatable character. Find out why and how to use the everyman archetype in your writing.
June 6th, 2025
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The 20 Most Common Themes in Literature (With Examples)
What is a theme in literature? And which are the most common ones? We'll answer everything in this guide, with plenty of examples.
June 3rd, 2025
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Sci Fi vs Fantasy: Whatβs The Real Difference?
Explore the real differences between science fiction and fantasy β from worldbuilding and settings, to timelines and themes β and even the places where their boundaries overlap.
May 30th, 2025
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How to Start a Story in Third Person
Third person is arguably the most versatile POV β provided you harness its power effectively. Begin as you mean to go on and learn how to start a story in third person.
May 28th, 2025
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What is Sensory Language? Definition + Examples
Learn what sensory language is and how you can use it to immerse readers in the magic of your story.
May 20th, 2025
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How to Write a Villain in 5 Steps
Whether they're an evil psychopath or a tragic victim of fate, here's how to write a good villain.
May 19th, 2025
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20 Best Opening Lines in Books + How to Write Your Own
Want to hook readers from the very first sentence? Explore these unforgettable opening lines from classic and contemporary literature, and discover the secret to crafting an attention-grabbing start that'll leave readers wanting more.
May 16th, 2025
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