Lots of people do some creative writing from time to time, and lots more are thinking about getting involved. Creative writing has some incredibly exciting aspects that draw legions of practitioners but it has some downsides too! The pros and cons of creative writing for poets, playwrights, screenwriters, and authors include creative fulfilment, financial reward, … Read more
Most writers have heard that stories need conflict, but why is that? And do all stories need conflict? What would happen in a story if there was no conflict? Could it work? Audiences can tire of constant high conflict, but will they ever be satisfied or interested if there is none at all? Stories need … Read more
Science fiction is one of the most popular and best selling genres. We all know the classics of this form: Space Odyssey, Foundation, Star Wars, Star Trek, The Expanse. The leading authors such as Isaac Asimov and Arthur C. Clarke are amongst the most respected writers. But is it hard to write sci fi? Writing … Read more
You may have written your first draft of a story or novel and have to face the fact that you feel your writing is, in fact, bad. You had such great ideas, but your draft was far from what you imagined when you tried to put them in writing. You might ask yourself why your … Read more
When you sit down at the keyboard, you commit time and effort to tell a story. It could be fiction, nonfiction, or a textbook, all take large amounts of time. But will it take less time to tell your story if you can type faster, and will it improve your overall writing skills? Faster typing … Read more
Writing is a skill that needs time and practice to develop. It reflects your personality, which tends to change with time, and so does your writing. So if you pick up something you wrote a while back, you may feel very differently while reading it now. It is hard to read your writing since your … Read more
Writing is an important aspect of almost everybody’s life nowadays. We write at school, home, and work, and many people enjoy writing but don’t write many words every day. If you want to know how to write more words per day, keep reading. 1. Write Believe it or not, simply sitting down and writing is … Read more
Children’s books are constantly being written and they are also being purchased and read by parents and children. But did you ever stop to think about where these books come from? Authors of course! If you’re interested in writing a children’s book, you’ll want to make sure you craft a story that stands out from … Read more
Your voice is what helps you express emotions, thoughts, beliefs, information, etc. Taking a voice, such as a doctor’s, your own, or a character who is nothing like you, and putting it on paper is hard. So how do you develop a good voice in writing? The most important things you need to do to … Read more
In this day and age, writing is becoming a more and more important skill for those who desire to be successful. Not only is it necessary in schools, but it is also a huge part of most jobs and businesses. If you have ever wondered how you can make your writing flow better, you have … Read more