Writing tips & resources

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Writing tips
3 min read

Using poetry to improve your descriptive prose

Incorporating poetic elements to enhance descriptive writing.
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Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Rivals to Lovers trope

An overview of the Rivals to Lovers trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Friends to Lovers trope

An overview of the Friends to Lovers trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
A woman who has achieved her dream, and gained the success and recognition she deserves.
Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to writing stories where the inner conflict is status

Writing stories with a status-driven inner conflict: a comprehensive guide.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Tips for describing pain

Strategies for conveying pain realistically and empathetically.
Editing
5 min read

How to build strong revision and editing skills

Revision and editing skills can help you improve the clarity and coherence of your writing.
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Writing tips
3 min read

How to end the beginning hook of your story

Techniques for concluding your opening in a way that maintains reader interest.
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The one trick you can use to progressively move your story forward

A singular strategy for maintaining forward momentum in your story.

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