When reading the work of literary heroes like Jane Austen, or modern-day masters like Sally Rooney, it can be hard to imagine that they began with an empty page (or screen). It's strange to think that Victor Hugo turned a pen and parchment into the beautiful tale of The Hunback of Notre Dame. Or
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Writing a novel had been in the back of my mind ever since being a young girl playing with my Grandma’s typewriter. I’ve been getting a lot of questions about how I started writing my n…
If you want to know how to write a book with no experience, this post shows you exactly how to get started writing. Yes, even without a degree.
Elizabeth Gilbert has created an easy note-taking system for writing a novel that helps her avoid writer’s block and keep her research and ideas organized.
So, you want to know how to write a book in detail? When you're a storyteller at heart, this urge to write fiction will never go away. So start writing now!
These methods of outlining will help you create a novel outline that makes writing your first draft a breeze, whether it's your 1st or 10th time writing a book.
Here we are at the end of my three part series. So far we've looked at how to begin your trilogy and the difficulties of book two. To...
How to write chapter outlines or chapter summaries for your memoir book proposal, including examples of how long they should be.
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If you're writing a book for the first time and you're not sure what the steps to do it are, you can follow these simple tips to start writing your novel.
Whenever I talk to people about writing books, I hear the same sentiment, “I have a great idea for a book. I just need the time to write it!” Inevitably, there are a dozen other priorities that stand in the way, and the book gets shoved off, year after year. Why do so many people […]
After you find a niche to write a book about, the next step is to figure out how to make money from it. You begin doing that by creating an outline. Outlines are important. When you have a good one, you can ensure your book will have quality content. That will help you get better
Writing a great plot twist needs a few ingredients. Read this post to find out how to mislead and surprise your readers.
If you want to know how to write a book with no experience, this post shows you exactly how to get started writing. Yes, even without a degree.
Writing a trilogy of novels comes with many of it's own challenges. However, by outlining your trilogy you can save yourself a lot of stress later on!
Learning how to a scene will change your writing practice. In this post, I'll show you how to write a well-structured scene using the '5 Commandments of Storytelling.'
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An editor reveals the 5 things publishers look for in book proposals so you can learn how to write a nonfiction book proposal that sells!
Have you made these common beginner writer mistakes? Here's how to eliminate them from your writing so you can write better stories.
Do you have an idea for a novel? Before you start writing, here are two exercises that will help you test out your story idea before penning the first draft!
I asked my audience which things would make them quit a novel.
Learn how to write a magic system with examples by following these 18 easy steps. Whether you’re creating a hard or soft magic system.
Some stories that seem like a good idea will lead to instant rejection. Here are 5 stories you should never write if you want to be published.
Fight scenes in films are awesome, dynamic, and breathtaking. They're some of the most memorable parts of the movie. The fight scenes...
There’s nothing quite like a really memorable villain to add drama to a story! Who can forget Count Fosco, or Moriarty, or Sauron? Use this worksheet to craft the perfect villain. Click Here to Download This Worksheet (PDF) If you’d like a more well-rounded villain, you might consider plotting their character arc. You can also…
You can write a book in one month All it takes is an idea that excites you and a few tips I learned during Nanowrimo – National Novel Writing Month. Read on to find out how! Writing a novel m…
Here you'll find out how to outline a novel step by step and you will be able to download a novel outline worksheet so you can outline your story.
TweetPin8EmailShare Writing about a character waking up can be a challenge, especially since waking up is something we do in a semiconscious state. It can be tough to pinpoint exactly... Read more »
This guide gives you some tips on dropping hints of romance without explicitly stating it, or having your characters shout it from the rooftops.
Welcome back to the second part of my trilogy writing series. (You can read part one here if you missed it.) Today we're going to be...
Do you dream of writing a book that readers just can't put down? Narrative drive is what keeps a reader engaged in your story and turning page after page.
Sometimes dialogue sounds stiff, clunky, or unnatural. Try these tricks to make your dialogue sound more natural and less written.
Do you want to write a picture book? Here's how to plot your picture book, plus a free picture book plotting worksheet to help you master your craft!
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Comparing The Seven Basic Plots by Christopher Booker to Dramatica Story Theory
Ah yes, torturing readers, your favourite hobby!
Whether you're writing a villain or a tragic hero, these steps will help make their downfall as tragic (and juicy) as possible.
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There are a number of things that can drive readers away from your book, and badly-developed characters are definitely close to the top of that list. It’s not always done intentionally but i…
An editor reveals the 5 things publishers look for in book proposals so you can learn how to write a nonfiction book proposal that sells!
This step-by-step guide on how to self-publish a book will take you from beginning to end on the self-publishing route and how to succeed.
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How to Plot a Story: Understanding Plotting and Climax. Plotting a story can be tricky, but it's the difference between a poorly and a well developed story.
Writing a great plot twist needs a few ingredients. Read this post to find out how to mislead and surprise your readers.
