Writer's Edit

A newsletter for novel writers looking for inspiration and advice on their creative journey.



Tag: advice for writers

  • 23 Best Books For Learning To Write Fiction

    The best way to learn how to write fiction is to read a lot of fiction. I hear this advice over and over again, and I wholeheartedly agree. Sometimes, though,…


  • 6 Ways Exercise Benefits Creativity

    As familiar as we may be with the health benefits of exercise, it’s often one of the first things we time-poor writers sacrifice in order to work on our craft.…


  • 7 Writing Exercises To Help You Find Your Writer’s Voice

    People new to writing are often advised by teachers, mentors and other established writers to find their voice. But before we delve into exercises to help you discover your own…


  • 5 Benefits Of Writing Fan Fiction (And Why You Shouldn’t Dismiss It)

    Whichever corner of the internet you spend your time lurking in, you have no doubt encountered fandoms – and by extension, fan fiction. At the time of writing, fanwork mecca…


  • 5 Fun & Unusual Ways To Do Research For Your Novel

    Researching your novel: all authors have to do it. Whether you’re brushing up on your science facts for a detailed multi-book space opera, or digging into the nitty-gritty of life…


  • 6 Lessons I Learned From The Beta Reading Process

    Sending my novel out for beta reading was potentially the most terrifying part of my writing career to date. As a Creative Writing graduate, I’m no stranger to critique; workshopping…


  • How To Start Writing A Story About Your Life

    Your life story is your opportunity to share your unique experiences, accomplishments, and lessons learned with the world. But getting started on writing your life story can be daunting. Where…


  • 7 Tips For Writing Meaningful Death Scenes

    Let’s admit it, readers: we all love a good death scene. Whether we’re ugly-crying because we loved the character so much and OH, THE INJUSTICE, or punching the air and…


  • 5 Writing ‘Rules’ Authors Should Try Breaking

    We’re all aware that there are certain guidelines we’re advised follow when writing fiction. These run the gamut from the old ‘show, don’t tell’ mantra to concepts like the three-act structure and its…


  • 7 Common Mistakes Authors Make When Writing a Series

    If you’re writing a series rather than a standalone novel, you’re facing a whole range of additional challenges. The idea of writing one book can be intimidating enough, let alone several…


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