Writing tips & resources

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Character & POV
3 min read

Defining your protagonist's object of desire

Define your protagonist's desire to enrich character development and drive your narrative.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

8 things your world-building needs to do

No matter what scale you're building on, here are eight things your worldbuilding needs to do.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

The role of logic in worldbuilding

Logic is crucial to building fictional worlds that feel believable and captivating.
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Writing tips
5 min read

The best tools for each part of your writing journey

Here’s our round-up of the best tools for each part of your writing journey – right from concept to completion.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

A guide to writing science-backed science fiction

This article will guide you through blending scientific facts and imaginative storytelling to create a compelling story.
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Character & POV
3 min read

The joker character archetype

Add humor and complexity to your narrative with the joker archetype.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

A world meta vs a world bible

There are two primary approaches for organizing and documenting your worldbuilding notes.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

How to add depth with details

Details can make your fictional world feel richer and more tactile. Here's a guide on using them effectively.

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