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8 story hook examples (how to grab attention)

A ‘hook’ in a story promises intrigue, entertainment and answers to the questions it raises. Far from the trickery of a bait and switch, a hook gives … Read More

How to make your writing stand out: 8 author branding tips

Learning how to make your writing stand out in a crowded digital marketplace or physical library is key to building your audience. Here are 8 branding tips … Read More

Motivation to write: 7 simple strategies

Motivation to write is often tricky to maintain, even though we are passionate about telling stories. Yet building an intrinsically motivating writing process will help you reach … Read More

What is diction? How to write vivid voices

What is diction in writing? It is the effect writing creates due to word choice and other elements of style such as register (formal vs casual) and … Read More

Story ideas: Romance brainstorming in 8 easy steps

Looking for the kind of story ideas romance directors dream of? You could grow your idea from a ‘meet cute’ scenario. Or find what drives a natural … Read More

Future technology books: Q&A with author Kate Baucherel

Indie author and corporate blockchain educator Kate Baucherel shares insights on writing future technology books. Learn more about writing tech fiction vs non-fiction, being accessible on technological … Read More

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How to start a fantasy story: 6 intriguing ways

Learn how to start a fantasy story and create intrigue. Read examples from great fantasy novelists, plus the insights they share: How to start a fantasy novel: … Read More

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5 ways to start a story: Choosing a bold beginning

Great authors show us there are many ways to start a story. You could begin a novel with a narrator/character introducing himself, like Salinger’s Holden Caufield or … Read More

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How to write a scene: Nailing purpose and structure

Understanding how to keep a scene interesting is a crucial skill for writing a novel or screenplay. Scenes are the basic building blocks of a chapter or … Read More

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8 story hook examples (how to grab attention)

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How to make your writing stand out: 8 author branding tips

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Motivation to write: 7 simple strategies

by Jordan

What is diction? How to write vivid voices

by Jordan

Story ideas: Romance brainstorming in 8 easy steps

by Jordan

Future technology books: Q&A with author Kate Baucherel

by Jordan

How to start a fantasy story: 6 intriguing ways

by Jordan

5 ways to start a story: Choosing a bold beginning

by Jordan

How to write a scene: Nailing purpose and structure

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