Writing tips & resources

An illustration of a forest with a mountain range over the top.
Writing tips
3 min read

How scenes make up sequences

Examining how scenes form cohesive sequences within a narrative.
A very epic looking character in shining science-fiction style armor, wielding swords.
Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to post-apocalyptic/dystopian science fiction

Post-apocalyptic and dystopian science fiction: a guide to end-of-the-world narratives.
An illustration of storm clouds.
Writing tips
3 min read

When should you use a prologue?

Guidelines for determining the necessity and effectiveness of a prologue.
A science fiction landscape with towering skyscrapers.
Worldbuilding
3 min read

How to develop a social structure for your fictional world

Developing believable and nuanced societies is crucial for world-building in fiction.
A gradient background overlaid with the text "How much research should you do?
Writing tips
5 min read

How much research should you do upfront?

We’ve put together four steps to help you do your research – and know what’s enough.
A face drawn with only one line.
Writing tips
3 min read

The ultimate guide to character development in your novel

Techniques and considerations for crafting compelling characters.
The image has text reading "Revising your first draft" as well as the logo for NaNowrimo, National Novel Writing Month, and First Draft Pro, a writing app for novelists who need writing software.
Writing tips
5 min read

Revising your first draft

With your first draft done, it’s time to invite your inner editor back and have a closer look at the shape of your story. 
An abstract image with painted swirls, representing the editing process.
Editing
3 min read

Everything you need to know about editing a science fiction manuscript

Mastering the art of editing a science fiction manuscript.

Join our community of storytelling mavericks, mavens & miscreants

(except not that last one)