Readers and editors pass judgment within the first few paragraphs. So, it's critical to learn how to start a story with a bang.
Celestial symbolism in writing refers to the use of celestial bodies such as the sun, moon, and stars as symbols to convey deeper meanings in a literary work. Celestial symbolism has been used in literature for centuries. It can add depth and meaning to your work by conveying abstract ideas and emotions through concrete images. Symbolism helps to create a mood or atmosphere, and to reinforce themes and motifs throughout a text. The same symbol can represent a variety of things in literature depending on the context and the author's intent, which is why some examples may have more than one association.
How to write a book in 30 days? Is it really impossible? A feat on par with slaying a dragon? Maybe so, but writers engage in this adventure every single year
A writing guide full of tips for writing genius characters who are smarter than us!
Have you ever had the vibes of your story figured out but no plot? This post gives you an easy process to find out what actually happens in yor novel
Not everyone has had an easy start in life or a smooth time. Some people are survivors of abuse from family members, relationships, or people at school or work, so it's important to know how to create a character who's suffered abuse so they can also be realistic. Discover how to create characters who have suffered abuse in this post! Stand Corrected Editing offers professional book editing services in the UK to aspiring authors worldwide. Book Proofreading Services | Copy Editing Services
Whether you're writing a villain or a tragic hero, these steps will help make their downfall as tragic (and juicy) as possible.
Sometimes dialogue sounds stiff, clunky, or unnatural. Try these tricks to make your dialogue sound more natural and less written.
This guide gives you some tips on dropping hints of romance without explicitly stating it, or having your characters shout it from the rooftops.
Whether your characters are getting into swordfights, falling out of high windows, or escaping dramatic fires, you may be wondering what sort of injuries they would realistically sustain. This guide aims to explain some common injuries in fiction, as well as how to write each one. I did my best to research this (check
If you're looking to add conflict to your story or throw a few problems your characters' way, I've got some ideas for you.
Writing a great plot twist needs a few ingredients. Read this post to find out how to mislead and surprise your readers.
Here is a list of useful common sentence starters that you can use while blogging, essay writing, or during a
I asked my Instagram followers,“What are some signs of amateurish writing, in your opinion?” Here are the results!
A few tricks to stop your character from getting annoying.
This post shows the results of a question box from my Instagram story.
Struggling to figure out how your novel should end? Have a look at these 5 ways to end your novel and see if any of them resonate with your story.
This can work for redemption arcs, or just for writing morally grey characters.
Tired of hearing the word "said" in your student's writing? Here is a list of dialogue tag words. Good to keep in folder.
Describing places is an important part of making your settings come to life. Use these writing tips and exercises to hone your descriptive skills.
How do writers create characters readers love to hate? How can you create your own Dolores Umbridge or Ramsey Bolton?
When reading the work of literary heroes like Jane Austen, or modern-day masters like Sally Rooney, it can be hard to imagine that they began with an empty page (or screen). It's strange to think that Victor Hugo turned a pen and parchment into the beautiful tale of The Hunback of Notre Dame. Or
Sometimes deleting a scene can be the best thing you can do for your project
A plot idea is just the beginning when you want to write a book and these simple questions help you turn that idea into a complete story.
Realistic settings immerse readers in the story, as well as contributing to the story's overall atmosphere and mood. These hacks help you to make your settings more immersive.
If you want to send your readers into a 3AM reading frenzy, these ideas could help!
Understanding the steps in the writing process is crucial to producing quality content. Read about the important writing process steps and stages for writers.
A plot idea is just the beginning when you want to write a book and these simple questions help you turn that idea into a complete story.
Ah yes, torturing readers, your favourite hobby!
Writing a character's physical appearance can be challenging to do naturally, especially in a first person POV. These tips help you to describe your characters' looks in a way that naturally integrates with your writing.
Let's take some good traits and take them to their worst possible conclusions, twisting them into something negative.
This can work for redemption arcs, or just for writing morally grey characters.
Have you ever had the vibes of your story figured out but no plot? This post gives you an easy process to find out what actually happens in yor novel
To give your characters some texture and make them feel more realistic, consider balancing their virtues with a sprinkle of toxicity.
Not all pain feels the same so here are some words to help add specificity.
