Writing tips & resources

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Character & POV
3 min read

The difference between a protagonist and a main character

Uncover the distinction between a protagonist and a main character for effective storytelling.
A detective staking out her suspect.
Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to writing mystery

Crafting mystery: a beginner's guide to suspenseful writing.
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Editing
3 min read

Reverse outlining your novel (as a revision tool)

Reverse outlining your novel: a revolutionary revision tool.
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Tropes
3 min read

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.
A ship on a voyage.

7 Types of Stories: Voyage & Return

"Voyage and Return" stories involve the protagonist embarking on a journey to an unfamiliar world.
An image of secondary characters in a novel
Character & POV
3 min read

How to build out the rest of the cast

Enrich your narrative with a well-rounded and dynamic supporting cast.
The image shows five fictional characters, who have been outlined by an author based on a character sheet template. They are all very, very good-looking, and have great hair.
Character & POV
7 min read

The Only Character Template You'll Ever Need For Novel Writing

The only character profile template you'll ever need for outlining your characters while writing a novel — personality traits, character archetypes, and more.
An illustrated image of an antagonist character in a novel
Character & POV
3 min read

How to make your readers sympathise with your antagonist

Craft an antagonist who's more than just a villain to engage readers.

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