Man looks through magnifying glass to understand what is point of view.

What Is Point of View: 1st, 2nd & 3rd POV with Examples

  • calenderFeb 01, 2023
  • calender6 min read

A point of view or perspective is one of the most important aspects of writing. Let us delve deeper into the world of points of view, the different types, and how to use them.

worldbuilding

The Essential Guide to Worldbuilding [from Book Editors]

  • calenderDec 12, 2022
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Have you ever wondered how science fiction and fantasy writers create such iconic, nuanced, and detailed universes? It’s time to master worldbuilding and start creating unforgettable worlds.

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

  • calenderNov 12, 2022
  • calender5 min read

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.

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A List of Writing Contests in 2022 | Exciting Prizes!

  • calenderNov 09, 2022
  • calender7 min read

Writing competitions are vital for any new writer who wants to be successful. But it’s important to know which poetry competitions, short story contests, and nonfiction contests are worth the effort.

letter writing

How To Write Better Letters In Your Novel

  • calenderSep 09, 2022
  • calender4 min read

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
  • calender4 min read

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
  • calender5 min read

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 Research a Novel

Research for Fiction Writers: A Complete Guide

  • calenderApr 22, 2022
  • calender6 min read

Early research is one of the most crucial stages of fiction writing. Without it, your book will be as dull as a grey Sunday. Read on to know more.

How to Copyright Your Book?

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

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