Writing tips & resources

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Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Friends to Lovers trope

An overview of the Friends to Lovers trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Outlining
5 min read

Romantasy tropes that keep readers turning pages

Romantasy tropes that keep readers turning pages: fated mates, bonded pairs, fae bargains, enemies to lovers, and more.
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Character & POV
3 min read

5 ways to create even more compelling characters

Create compelling characters using five proven strategies to enhance your storytelling.
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Character & POV
3 min read

How to use a partial (idiosyncratic/type driven) approach to creating characters

Employ the partial (idiosyncratic/type-driven) approach for distinct character traits.
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Worldbuilding
5 min read

How to become a master worldbuilder

Become a master worldbuilder and create rich and compelling worlds for your stories.
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Character & POV
3 min read

How to establish your protagonist

Establish a strong protagonist to build a compelling narrative.
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Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to writing westerns

Writing Westerns: an exploration of frontier narratives.
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Editing
3 min read

Questions to ask as you edit your story post-revision

Critical questions to ask during post-revision editing.

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