Category: Writing
The Worldbuilding Workout: Tips for Creating Your Story World
You’ve probably read a story set in a world so wonderful that you think: “I wish I...
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How do I develop story pacing?
“As a writer, we basically know the major beats before starting writing, but readers...
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How do I write enemies to lovers?
“I don’t know if there’s already an article about this, but how should I go...
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4 Reading Tips That Will Make You A Better Writer
Writing is a skill that takes practice, but there is more to being a great writer than simply...
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How do I write a character backstory?
“How do I write a unique character backstory effectively?” Backstory can feel like quicksand. If...
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How to Create a Plot Outline in Five Easy Steps
I’ll happily admit that I’m not a plotter. I have story ideas, but I find sitting down to actually...
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What’s the difference between an anti-villain and an anti-hero?
“Hello! 👋 What’s the difference between Anti-Villain and Anti-Hero??” Villains...
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How do you write a good metaphor?
“I struggle with writing metaphors. I can come up with similes easily, but metaphors? Not so...
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Character Archetypes and How to Use Them in Your Novel
If you’re a writer and you’ve had any type of online presence in the past few years, you may have...
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How do you start writing after you’ve developed a plot?
“I have the story of the novel, I have the ideas, I have the plot, but… just how do I...
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5 Tips to Write a Good Subplot That Every Writer Needs to Know
Subplots are a hugely overlooked part of the drafting process. They are often overlooked for the...
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How do you describe indoor spaces?
“I struggle with describing interior scenes in my writing. I can visualize the spaces...
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