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How to Write the Hero’s Journey (with downloadable template)
For writers who plot, the blank page before you start outlining your story is perhaps the most daunting of all. No matter how good the concept is, without a clear idea of where your story will go and a good understanding of beats and pacing, it can feel impossible to...
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 show to other people? I always feel like there's more I could fix, but at some point, I don't know if I'm overthinking it or if it really still needs work." There is no scarier feeling for a...
An Insider’s Guide to Getting a Non-Fiction Book Deal
You’ve thought of an amazing idea for a non-fiction book that you feel passionately you need to write. But how do you get an agent or publisher to believe in the idea too? Unlike fiction, you don’t necessarily need to have written a whole book before getting a...
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Want to know more about a certain aspect of writing or need more general advice or inspiration? We’re here to help!
How do I write enemies to lovers?
"I don't know if there's already an article about this, but how should I go about an enemies to lovers type side plot? My two protagonists are in a situation where they are trapped together for a long time, and they are fighting on opposite sides of a war, so...
How do I write a character backstory?
“How do I write a unique character backstory effectively?” Backstory can feel like quicksand. If you take one step in too deep, you’ll find yourself suddenly drowning in family trees, childhood pets, and three pages about a summer camp no one needs to read. It’s so...
What’s the difference between an anti-villain and an anti-hero?
"Hello! 👋 What's the difference between Anti-Villain and Anti-Hero??" Villains and heroes are two sides of the same coin. Every villain is the hero of their own story, but how the reader perceives them all comes down to how you present them. Anti-heroes and...
