Secrets to life-long creativity from writers who lasted
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Secrets to life-long creativity from writers who lasted
Secrets to life-long creativity from writers who lasted. Read More “Secrets to life-long creativity from writers who lasted”
The art of not writing
The art of not writing is a key tool for writers. Here’s how and when to use it. Read More “The art of not writing”
Plan a DIY writing retreat this summer
Sick of staring at your own four walls? Here are tips for creating an alternative writing vacation. Read More “Plan a DIY writing retreat this summer”
Self-imposed writing restrictions bust blocks and sharpen skills at the same time
How “writing with handcuffs” can take your writing to places you’d never find otherwise. Read More “Self-imposed writing restrictions bust blocks and sharpen skills at the same time”
How writers can cope with a long, dark winter spent indoors
Need a winter reset? Here are tips for looking after your mental health, filling your creative stores, and passing the many hours until spring arrives. Read More “How writers can cope with a long, dark winter spent indoors”
Five ways to give your shiny new writing project a long life
Actionable tips for achieving all your writing goals in 2021. Read More “Five ways to give your shiny new writing project a long life”
Ear to the ground: Absorption versus creation
Why taking time off from writing can be a good thing. Read More “Ear to the ground: Absorption versus creation”
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Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction
Banish those walking clichés from your work for good with these tips. Read More “Pro tips for avoiding clichéd characters in fiction”
Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet
Type “character worksheets” into a search engine, and you’ll find hundreds of resources to develop your protagonist and other characters. Some of the worksheets are … Read More “Character interlands: A new way to develop the character worksheet”
4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction
Editor-proof your stories with these tips. Read More “4 ways to instantly tighten your fiction”