Using a novel outline template: 5 tips for better story prep
You can easily find a novel outline template such as a spreadsheet full of empty fields to fill. Yet columns and rows of blank space are also … Read More
How to find motivation to write: Value, engage, reward
‘Motivation’ is a word that comes up time and again when we survey readers and members on writing challenges. There may not be a single, exclusive solution … Read More
What is motif in literature? Using repetition creatively
The word ‘motif’ is often used interchangeably with the word ‘theme’ in writing about stories. What exactly are motifs in stories, and how can you use them … Read More
How do you write good character description? 5 techniques
In classic stories, characters often step off the page from their first introduction, fully realized. How do you write good character description that reveals enough to hook … Read More
How do you write a dystopian story? 5 tips
Dystopian stories about characters or societies grappling with ‘bad places’ like post-apocalyptic wastelands remain popular for several reasons. For one, their situations naturally supply intense conflict, drama … Read More