Writing tips & resources

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Character & POV
3 min read

How to use a flat approach to creating characters

Learn the flat approach to character creation for clear, straightforward personas.
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Ideation
3 min read

How to write a synopsis for your novel

Crafting a concise and compelling overview of your novel’s plot.
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Writing tips
3 min read

What is rising action and how do you use it?

Understanding and implementing the buildup of events in a narrative.
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Character & POV
3 min read

A short guide to second person point of view

Examining the focused perspective of third-person limited narration.
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Freytag's Pyramid

An in-depth look at Freytag's Pyramid, a classic model for narrative structure.
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Worldbuilding
2 min read

10 examples of exceptional world-building to take inspiration from

Ten examples of exceptional world-building that can inspire you as you create your own fictional universe.
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Writing tips
3 min read

Tips for describing colour

Techniques for portraying color in a way that enriches your narrative.
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Research
3 min read

How to research real people

Ethical and thorough approaches to researching real individuals for your novel.

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