Tag: writing tips

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 cheering because that villain got what they deserved... There's nothing like a well-crafted death scene to elicit a strong reaction in a reader. But how […]

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

5 Tips For Better Physical World-Building In Your Fantasy Novel

World-building is one of the most important parts of fantasy writing – and one that many writers understandably find challenging. As well as things like culture, customs, language, religion and poli

7 Straightforward Tips For Turning An Idea Into A Story

There are few things more magical to a writer than an idea. That initial spark of inspiration, that tiny kernel that nestles itself in your mind – slowly growing and developing, taking shape and form... There's no doubt that ideation is one of the most exciting parts of the writing process. But for many writers, […]

7 Essential Guidelines for Writing in First Person

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 f

6 Quick Tips For Writing Multiple Points of View

One of the first questions you need to answer when beginning a novel is: 'Whose perspective will I be writing from?' Depending on your genre, you may choose to take the common route of telling your st

5 Things To Avoid When Writing Romantic Relationships

Ahh, romance. Not only is it a massively popular genre of its own, it's also an extremely common element in countless other genres and categories – from literary fiction right through to sci-fi, fantasy and young adult fiction. However, writing romantic relationships isn't easy. Just because it's done often, doesn't mean it's always done right! If […]

5 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Writing YA Fiction

As with any other style or genre, writing YA fiction truly is an art form. There's so much to balance: the younger characters' perspectives, relationships and development; the language; the plot... On

7 Ways To Stay Productive When Freelance Work Slows Down

Throughout your freelance career, especially at the start, you'll find you experience periods of feast or famine: feast when you have more work than you know what to do with, and famine when you have

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