One of the first things you need to decide when setting out to write a story is what point of view it will be told from. This not only means deciding on the main character (or characters) you'll be following, but also whether you're telling their story from first or third …
We've talked plenty about young adult fiction here on Writer's Edit. We've covered how to master conflict and what mistakes to avoid when writing for young adults; put together an ultimate guide to the category; and shared our top five tips for writing YA fiction. Not to mention the fact that our own Founding Editor, …
For indie authors, producing content in addition to your actual books is an important component of a successful marketing strategy. But in maintaining an active online author platform, it can be all too easy to run out of ideas for fresh, engaging content. If you already have a blog, multiple …
Most writers will be aware that pacing is important, whether in a short story, a novel or across an entire series. But what exactly is pacing? Why is it so important? And how can you make sure you master it in whichever kind of story you're writing? Pacing in fiction …
As someone who's been in the indie publishing game for the last five years, I've seen (and made) my fair share of mistakes. It's easy for us authors to get wrapped up in the excitement of publishing and overlook flaws that could potentially burn us further down the track. There …
If you're writing a series, you might have heard of – or already be quaking in fear of – the dreaded thing called 'second book syndrome'. But what exactly is this phenomenon? Also called 'middle book syndrome' or 'second book slump', second book syndrome generally refers to an author's second …
If you're a self-published author, you might never have even considered the possibility of turning your book into an audiobook. Authors who are traditionally published generally have audiobook rights and production arranged by their literary agent or publisher. But as with all other aspects of self-publishing, the onus is on …
Theme in literature is a topic we've delved into before. Every story has themes – whether they're consciously explored or simmering under the surface – and the exploration of different themes adds depth and layers to any story, especially if those themes are universal. So today we're taking a look …
