Tag: fiction

We tend to think of a story's most important characters as being the protagonist, antagonist, sidekick, or even love interest. However, an equally integral character, though a little lesser known,...

Short stories are a fantastic way for writers to develop their craft for longer fiction, and an exciting category of writing in their own right.  Although they've grown in popularity across...

Rules for writing numbers and units of measurement vary according to the style guide you follow. However, if you're a fiction writer, it can be easy to get mixed up with the variety of ways to...

Every character has thoughts, opinions and a past that has shaped them into who they are. Character development is the process of creating this persona, then changing and adapting it in...

Any great story involves a cast of varied characters who each play an integral role. But ‘minor’ characters are an often overlooked element of storytelling. Many prospective writers position...

Asking 'How many drafts should you write for a novel?' is kind of like asking 'How long is a piece of string?'. Every writer has a process that works for them. Some swear by three drafts; others...