Writing tips & resources

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Editing
3 min read

Should you pay a beta reader?

Should you pay a beta reader? Unpacking the pros and cons.
Two princes stand before you. But they are marrying each other. Sorry for you. If it's any consolation, neither of them are that keen. It's a marriage of convenience. Personally, though, I'm rooting for them to fall for each other anyway.
Tropes
3 min read

The ultimate writer's guide to the Marriage of Convenience trope

An overview of the Marriage of Convenience trope, with examples and guidelines for using it in your novel.
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Genre & theme
3 min read

A short guide to writing performance genre novels

Mastering the performance genre in novel writing.
This image contains the covers of several of the greatest books on writing of all time. Authors includes are Stephen King, William Zinsser, Ray Bradbury, Ross Hartmann, Stephen Pinker, George Saunders, Anne Lamott, Shawn Coyne, Lisa Cron, Margaret Atwood, Strunk and White, And Sol Stein

A comprehensive guide to books on writing

Whether you're just starting or looking to polish your skills, something here will help you write better, inspire you, and even make you laugh.
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Research
3 min read

How to research historical settings

Techniques for accurately portraying historical backdrops.
Character & POV
5 min read

How to build strong character development skills

Building strong character development skills can help you bring your characters to life.
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7 Types of Stories: Comedy

"Comedy" plots centre around misunderstandings, mistaken identities, or confusing situations that create humorous scenarios.
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Character & POV
3 min read

10 ways to add complexity and diversity to The Hero's Journey

Diversify The Hero's Journey for a captivating narrative.

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