Writing tips & resources

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Outlining
3 min read

How to create an outline for your novel

How to create a compelling outline for your novel.
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Character & POV
3 min read

External objects of desire

Drive your plot and character motivations with external objects of desire.

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

How to give your character's unique and compelling voices

Give your characters unique voices for authentic and engaging storytelling.
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Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the One Bed trope

An overview of the One Bed trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Story formats
3 min read

How long should your short story be?

In this blog post, we'll provide guidance on determining the ideal length for a short story.
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Character & POV
3 min read

How to use an obsessive immersive approach to creating characters

Dive into immersive character creation to make your characters stand out.

A playlist for writing about loss

Need some auditory inspiration? Here's a playlist for writing about loss.

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