Writing tips & resources

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Character & POV
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How to create a compelling backstory for a character

Create a compelling character backstory for deeper narrative intrigue.
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Genre & theme
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Understanding reality genres

Delving deep into the reality genre in literature and media.
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Tropes
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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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Character & POV
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4 questions that can help you add depth and nuance to a character

Add depth to your characters and make them relatable with four probing questions.
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Writing tips
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How to write a flashback scene

Techniques for integrating past events into your narrative effectively.
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Writing tips
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How to write a great beginning hook

Techniques for creating an opening that grabs the reader’s attention.
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7 Types of Stories: Tragedy

"Tragedy" stories focus on the protagonist's downfall due to their fatal flaw or a series of unfortunate events.
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Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Grumpy x Sunshine trope

An overview of the Grumpy x Sunshine trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.

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