Writing tips & resources

Writing tips
5 min read

The unfunny person’s guide to writing humour

Some people have a knack for writing comedy. Here’s a step-by-step guide for the rest of us.
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Writing tips
3 min read

When should you use an epilogue?

Guidelines for determining the necessity and effectiveness of an epilogue.
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Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to magical fantasy

A beginner's guide to magical fantasy: exploring a world of enchantment.
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Genre & theme
3 min read

Symbols & motifs in story

Enhance your narrative using symbols and motifs to create depth and intrigue.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Understanding setting

Analyzing the role and development of setting in storytelling.
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Character & POV
3 min read

The lover character archetype

Infuse passion in your narrative with the lover archetype.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Active vs passive writing

Comparing the implications and applications of active and passive voice in writing.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Chekhov's gun

Understanding and implementing the principle of relevant narrative elements.

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