Present Tense Narratives in Novels

On Being Tense about Tense: Present Tense Narratives in Novels

  • calenderNov 28, 2022
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In our last article about verb tense in stories, we wrote about the things you need to consider while writing a past tense narrative. In this one, we will tell you about how to construct a present tense narrative. 

How to Punctuate Dialogue in Fiction

  • calenderNov 19, 2022
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Dialogue writing isn’t always the easiest. Read on to know how we answer the age old question: how do we punctuate dialogue in fiction writing? 

creating a plot outline

How To Create A Stellar Plot Outline

  • calenderNov 18, 2022
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However, no matter how well thought and organized the story is in your head – the outline you plot out on paper is infinitely harder to pen.

On Being Tense About Tense: What Verb Tense To Write Your Novel In

  • calenderNov 12, 2022
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What verb tense should you write your novel in? Each perspective has its pros and cons, which we will be examining in this article. Click to read more.

How to Write Unforgettable Antagonists

  • calenderNov 01, 2022
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The most important thing to remember when writing antagonists is that they don’t always have to be black and white. You must keep the readers guessing!

letter writing

How To Write Better Letters In Your Novel

  • calenderSep 09, 2022
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When it comes to writing a letter in a novel in 2022, the conventions change drastically. So if you’re writing a letter in your novel, we’ve got some tips to help you out!

The clash of Harry Potter and Draco Malfoy as an example of foil characters.

What Are Foil and Stock Characters? Easy Examples from Harry Potter

  • calenderAug 17, 2022
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The foil and stock characters are the focus of this article. What is their purpose in the story? How can you develop a character foil and choose an appropriate stock character for your story?

A novel writer learns how to write a story in the past tense.

How to Write a Novel in Past Tense? 3 Steps & Examples

  • calenderAug 16, 2022
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Writing a brilliant story starts with selecting the correct narrative tense. Is your story more suited to the present tense or the past? In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know while writing a novel in the past tense.

Dialogue Writing

How to Write Dialogue: 7 Rules, 5 Tips & 65 Examples

  • calenderJul 28, 2022
  • calender8 min read

Terrific dialogue isn’t just important when writing fiction, it’s essential. To win a book deal, and for your readers to keep coming back to your next book, you need to deliver superb dialogue in every scene!

How to Copyright Your Book?

If you’ve thought about copyrighting your book, you’re on the right path.

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