Writing tips & resources

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Character & POV
3 min read

101 potential external objects of desire

Discover 101 external objects of desire for compelling narratives and complex characters.
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Writing tips
3 min read

A guide to endings

Crafting satisfying and impactful story conclusions.
The two people in this image look like they are having the most awkward encounter of their lives. They look like they both just saw their exes who have started dating and also recently gotten promotions. They are trying very hard to make it look like they are fake dating each other in order to save face.
Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Fake Dating trope

An overview of the Fake Dating trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
The image is of the inside of a cabin. Or perhaps an inn. There is one bed, and she's sitting on it. He's leaning against the doorframe, staring at her.
Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the One Bed trope

An overview of the One Bed trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Character & POV
3 min read

Understanding character arcs

Uncover the importance of character arcs in shaping narratives and character development.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Understanding setting

Analyzing the role and development of setting in storytelling.
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Genre & theme
3 min read

3 ways to include multiple themes in your story

Enrich your storytelling with three techniques for incorporating multiple themes.
The image is of a man with wings and a woman without them. She's holding on to his hand and coaching him as he tries to fly for the first time. He's not doing very well.
Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Teach a Skill trope

An overview of the Teach a Skill trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.

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