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Is a Creative Writing Degree Worth It?
Back in 2010, I completed a combined English Literature and Creative Writing degree at Lancaster University in the UK. Because I have the experience, I often get asked if doing a Creative Writing degree is “worth it”. The worth of a Creative Writing degree will be...
How do you write a satisfying ending?
“How do you come up with a satisfying ending to a story? And what different types of endings can a story have?” Writing an ending that does justice to everything you’ve written up until that point is an incredibly daunting thing to tackle. It’s your last chance to...
Five Amazing 10-Minute Writing Exercises
Just like a muscle, you need to exercise your creativity. Writing is a skill that develops, not just one you have, and like any skill, you must practice to become the best writer you can be. While working on a novel or story is excellent practice, it’s good to go back...
Got a Question? Ask Novlr!
Want to know more about a certain aspect of writing or need more general advice or inspiration? We’re here to help!
How do you stay motivated to write?
"I'm really struggling with motivation and haven't touched any of my WIPs in a couple weeks. Do you have any tips on staying motivated?" Every writer knows that feeling of demotivation, when the words just won't come, and opening your work-in-progress feels like an...
How do you stick with a writing project?
"hey pamela i have trouble sticking with stories so i end up abandoning them whats your advice?" Jumping between projects is a common experience for writers, but it can leave you feeling frustrated when all you have to show for all your hard work is a collection of...
How do I write the trading places trope?
"how would i write a character who switched places with their unknown twin sibling without giving it away to readers and other characters? would i still use their name? how would i describe them if they aren’t themselves? would i have to reveal to readers and not...
