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Fija Callaghan

Fija is a storyteller and poet who has been shortlisted by several awards, including the HG Wells Short Story Prize in 2021. Her writing can be found in publications like Seaside Gothic, Gingerbread House, Howl: New Irish Writing, and her debut collection is forthcoming from Neem Tree Press in early 2025.You can find out more about her at www.fijacallaghan.com
How do I start writing poetry as a beginner?

“I want to write poetry but I have no idea where to start. Any tips?” Poetry is experiencing a massive resurgence. With the rise of socia...

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Oct 18

A Quick ’n‘ Easy Glossary of Poetic Terms

Great writing is not dissimilar to great architecture. Its creator assembles myriad precise pieces and fits them together into a seamless...

A Glossary of Poetic Terms - Novlr
How do you write an Agent query letter?

“I’ve often seen many publications and publishers often require a cover letter for submissions alongside the work itself. Do ...

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How do I turn a writing prompt into a story?

“Do you have any tips on how to turn a writing prompt into a full-fledged (long) story? Where do you turn when you run low on creative fu...

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How do I strengthen my writing?

“How do I strengthen my writing? I tend to fall back on bad habits because I can’t find good habits to replace them.“ I...

How do I strengthen my writing? — Ask Novlr

Jul 29

Seven Types of Imagery to Bring Your Story to Life

Have you ever read a novel that made you feel like you were right there in the heart of the story? Whether it’s a breakneck action scene,...

Seven different types of imagery to use in your writing - Novlr

Jul 15

Writing Your Way Through the Dark

As artists, we are no strangers to darkness. Everyone, from psychologists to theologists to poets and journalists and concerned parents, ...

Writing your way through the dark - Novlr

Jun 24

Three Ways Writing Poetry Will Make You a Better Prose Writer

Have you ever stopped to read a paragraph in a novel or short story over and over and over because of its stunningly beautiful language? ...

Writing poetry to improve your prose - Novlr
Three Books on Writing All Writers Should Read 

There’s a lot of writing advice out there. You can find opinions on the writing craft in online forums, writing blogs, manuals,...

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Should Writers Pay Submission Fees? Everything You Need to Know

So — you’ve done it! You’ve created a sparkling masterpiece of a novel, short story, or poem, and you’re ready to show it to the world. Y...

Submission fees