Writing tips & resources

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Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Black Cat Golden Retriever trope

An overview of the Black Cat, Golden Retriever trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Writing tips
3 min read

How to write healthy relationships

Crafting authentic and positive interpersonal dynamics.
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Everything you need to know about writing the finale of your novel

Learn the essentials of writing a satisfying and memorable finale to your novel.
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Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to factualism in story-telling

An introduction to factualism and its role in crafting authentic narratives.
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Writing tips
3 min read

How to know when to cut a scene

Identifying when a scene is unnecessary or detrimental to the narrative.
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Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to documentary style

Mastering the art of documentary-style writing.
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How complex should you make your plot, and how do you know when you need to simplify it

Find out how complex your plot should be and identify when it needs simplification.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

3 things to avoid when worldbuilding

This article will discuss three things to avoid when worldbuilding, focusing on the balance between setting, characters, and narrative.

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