How do you connect big ideas?
“I’m struggling to tie together my novel’s bigger themes. I have all these big ideas I...
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What is lyrical prose and how do you use it effectively?
“I’ve been told my prose is ‘too plain’ and that I should make it more...
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How do you write a tragic backstory?
“I’m trying to write a backstory for my main character. She’s supposed to have...
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How do you fix plot holes?
“Hello, I was writing my book and I realised that I had two plot holes that need fixing. I...
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Breaking Down the Key Lessons of Stephen King’s ‘On Writing’
In On Writing, his seminal work on the craft of creative writing, Stephen King said,...
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How do you research an unfamiliar industry?
“How to do research for a story set in a field you know very little about (the film, music...
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Genre Talk: Exploring the World of Cosy Fiction
Cosy fiction is the literary equivalent of a warm hug. It’s about emotions and gentle...
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How do you write time skips?
“Any advice on how to write time skips? I’m working on the second draft of my novel...
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What’s the best way to edit my writing without feeling overwhelmed?
“How do I know when I’ve done enough editing and my story’s actually ready to...
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