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How to Write Horror - With Cynthia Pelayo

August 9th, 2024

Horror author and Bram Stoker Award winner Cynthia Pelayo takes you through her best tips, tricks and jump scares regarding how to write horror.

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Dynamic vs Static Characters: Definitions, Examples, and Tips

July 30th, 2024

What makes a character static or dynamic, and why they are both instrumental to great storytelling? Let's dive in together.

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Protagonist vs Antagonist: Dissecting a Story's Key Characters

July 30th, 2024

Learn what goes into writing protagonists and antagonists, and slap your eyes on some prime examples of both.

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20 Biography Writers for Hire to Help Tell Your Life Story

July 25th, 2024

Looking for the perfect person to help to write your biography? These 20 professionals are the best in the biz.

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Character Flaws: The Secret Sauce of Relatable Writing

July 24th, 2024

In this article, we talk about character flaws, what they are, and how they contribute to a story (depending on their type). As a bonus, I’ll give a short list of potential flaws you can steal and use for your very own characters.

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What is an Unreliable Narrator? A Guide to Literary Frenemies

July 19th, 2024

Meet the narrators who mislead, misdirect, and misremember...

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How to Write Science Fiction (+ Stellar Tips from Editors)

July 18th, 2024

Are you ready to write sci-fi that's out of this world? Here are five key steps to help you get started.

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How to Write a Fantasy Novel in 7 Magical Steps

July 15th, 2024

Top fantasy editors who've worked with George R.R. Martin, Brandon Sanderson, and more share their advice for writing fantasy.

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10 Creative Writing Classes to Educate and Inspire You

July 8th, 2024

Thinking about taking a writing class? This rundown of the top 10 online options has got you covered.

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7 Poetry Editors Who Can Hone Your Verses to Perfection

June 15th, 2024

Discover 7 poetry editors you can hire to polish your poems - from line breaks to thematic suggestions, they do it all.

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