Writing tips & resources

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Writing tips
3 min read

How scenes make up sequences

Examining how scenes form cohesive sequences within a narrative.
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Character & POV
3 min read

The sage character archetype

Enrich your narrative with wisdom using the sage archetype.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Tips to avoid "purple prose"

Strategies for maintaining clarity and avoiding overly elaborate prose.
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Writing tips
3 min read

How to intercut scenes

Techniques for alternating between different scenes effectively.
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Character & POV
3 min read

How to write a great villain

Craft a compelling villain for a captivating 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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Character & POV
3 min read

The lover character archetype

Infuse passion in your narrative with the lover archetype.
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Ideation
3 min read

A short guide to novel ideation & research

Strategies for brainstorming and researching novel ideas effectively.

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