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How to Write an Amazing Short Story

The third and final instalment of our Short Story Week. We delve into what makes a great short story, and how you can write one yourself...

Top 10 Classic Short Stories

Don't know where to start when it comes to short stories? We've got the top ten classics right here...

Literary Devices – Dialogue

We delve into what makes authentic dialogue in fiction... Read on for our tips and tricks...

Five Benefits of Blogging

We explore how blogging can be beneficial to creative writers and their process...

5 Common Mistakes New Authors Make

We explore the most common mistakes new authors make when writing their first book...

Book Review: ‘Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children’ by Ransom Riggs

We take on the debut novel of American author Ransom Riggs, 'Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children'. Is it hit or miss? Check out our review.

Why Taking Writing Breaks is Important

Can taking a break lead to your best writing yet? We explore why it's so important for writers to take time out...

How To Edit Your Own Writing

About to tackle the dreaded self-edit? Check out these handy tips before diving in!

Writers on the Reality of Book Covers

How much control does an author have over the design of their book cover? Kyra Bandte talks to Shady Cosgrove and Pip Newling to find out.

5 Reasons to Drop ‘Aspiring’ from ‘Aspiring Author’

Do you refer to yourself as an 'aspiring author'? Here's five reasons why you shouldn't.