Category: Writing
5 Ways to Get Motivated to Write
For as long as I’ve been writing, I’ve struggled to sit down and get motivated to write. It’s an...
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How do you come up with a theme for your story?
“I’m not sure where the heart of my story is. How do I figure out the theme of the story so...
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How do you prioritise subplots?
“I’ve written 75% of my novel, but it has a medium-sized cast with quite a few...
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How do you write interesting character backstories?
“Hi Novlr! Would you possibly have any ideas about how to make character backstories more...
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How to Build A Writing Habit
Building a sustainable writing habit is one of the most valuable things you can do as an author....
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How do you write middle-grade fiction?
“I’m going to be honest to the point of embarrassment: I’ve always wanted to...
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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...
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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...
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Five Amazing 10-Minute Writing Exercises
Just like a muscle, you need to exercise your creativity. Writing is a skill that develops, not...
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How do you write the ordinary?
“Hi, I have a fairly easy time writing all the meat and potato bits of my story but...
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The End of an Era: Moving Beyond NaNoWriMo
As the dust settles on the news of NaNoWriMo’s closure, many writers are asking the same...
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How do I know if my project should be standalone or a series?
“Do you have any posts on turning a book into a series, and/or deciding how many books the...
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