Writing tips & resources

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Worldbuilding
3 min read

How to make your fictional world come to life

Creating a fictional world that feels real and lived in requires more than just developing the significant, sweeping details.
The image is of a mysterious man. We don't know much about him except for the fact that he has a pretty spectacular coat on. What could it mean? We may never know.
Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Secret Identity trope

An overview of the Secret Identity trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Writing tips
3 min read

How beats make up scenes

Analyzing how individual beats contribute to the overall scene structure.
This image contains the covers of several of the greatest books on writing of all time. Authors includes are Stephen King, William Zinsser, Ray Bradbury, Ross Hartmann, Stephen Pinker, George Saunders, Anne Lamott, Shawn Coyne, Lisa Cron, Margaret Atwood, Strunk and White, And Sol Stein

A comprehensive guide to books on writing

Whether you're just starting or looking to polish your skills, something here will help you write better, inspire you, and even make you laugh.
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Everything you need to know about the debate of your novel

Explore the importance and strategy behind the debate section of your novel.
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Character & POV
3 min read

Understanding character arcs

Uncover the importance of character arcs in shaping narratives and character development.
The image is of a man with wings and a woman without them. She's holding on to his hand and coaching him as he tries to fly for the first time. He's not doing very well.
Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Teach a Skill trope

An overview of the Teach a Skill trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Character & POV
3 min read

A short guide to first person point of view

Delving into the limitless perspective of third-person omniscient narration.

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