Writing tips & resources

A mother and child (the product of a romance between the kiddo's parents!), two people talking with a large heart above them, a person dancing and another person playing a fiddle.
Outlining
1 min read

Conventions of the Romantasy genre

Romantasy is the child of two parent genres, and it inherits conventions from both.
Two lovers, kissing.
Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to writing romance

Romance writing for beginners: crafting compelling love stories.
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Editing
3 min read

Everything you need to know about editing a war genre manuscript

Editing a war genre manuscript: tips and tricks.
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Character & POV
3 min read

Understanding character arcs

Uncover the importance of character arcs in shaping narratives and character development.
The image shows two people, a man and a woman. He's very clearly smitten with her. He's looking at her like she is made of literal magic. She has that messy bun and fringe aesthetic, and has shy girl appeal. His tie is loosened. It's a vibe.
Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the One Hero Falls First trope

An overview of the Falls First trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
An illustration of a massive battle in front of a castle.
Writing tips
3 min read

How to write a massive battle scene

Techniques for depicting large-scale conflicts effectively.
An image of a shadow character
Character & POV
3 min read

How many characters are too many?

Strive for a balance between rich narratives and an overcrowded cast.
An illustration of a tree branch.
Writing tips
3 min read

How to write a great beginning hook

Techniques for creating an opening that grabs the reader’s attention.

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