Writing tips & resources

A playlist for writing humour

Need some auditory inspiration? Here's a playlist for writing humour.
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Character & POV
3 min read

Defining your protagonist's object of desire

Define your protagonist's desire to enrich character development and drive your narrative.
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Writing tips
5 min read

Eight parts to a great first chapter

A concrete checklist of things you should achieve in your first chapter.
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Editing
3 min read

Questions to ask as you revise your first draft

Key questions to ask as you revise your first draft.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

How to define your magic users

Understanding the different types of magic users can help you create well-defined, memorable characters.
Story formats
5 min read

How long should your book be?

There are different conventions for how long your book should be, based on different genres.
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7 Types of Stories

Overview of the seven universally recognized types of stories.
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Character & POV
3 min read

What makes a fan-favourite character

Create fan-favourite characters with key elements for engaging narratives.

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