Writing tips & resources

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Editing
3 min read

Everything you need to know about editing a mystery manuscript

Demystifying the art of editing a mystery manuscript.
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Editing
3 min read

Everything you need to know about editing a crime fiction manuscript

Polishing your crime fiction manuscript: an editor's guide.
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Tropes
3 min read

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

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

How to pay off your hook effectively

Ensuring your story’s opening promises are fulfilled by its conclusion.
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Character & POV
3 min read

How to choose a point of view

Examining different structural genres and their narrative implications.
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Character & POV
3 min read

A short guide to third person omniscient point of view

Exploring the blending of narrator’s and character’s voices in storytelling.
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Character & POV
3 min read

Understanding character archetypes

Understand character archetypes for structured storytelling and dynamic character development.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Tips for describing clothing

Techniques for depicting attire in a way that enhances character and setting.

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