Set the scene! Just how important is setting? And what are the best techniques for writing setting? All this and more is explored below. 1. In the Particular Lies the Universal Have you heard this phrase before? It refers to the slightly odd way in which the more specific a story is, the more people … Read more
Dialogue: we know it’s one of the most important elements to creative writing, but what techniques can we use to write it well? How can we make it sound natural, and compelling, yet heightened, and evocative? This article will talk through some of the leading techniques for writing compelling dialogue! 1. Verisimilitude: Think of people … Read more
We’ve all gotten behind on deadlines. We’ve all allowed life to get in the way of our writing, whether we write fiction or non-fiction. Getting back on track is the hard part, but with a few simple adjustments, you can not only get back to work, but also increase your productivity while you’re at it. … Read more
If you’re a writer, you’ll know how easy it is to become engrossed in your work – so engrossed that you forget the world around you. That’s great in one respect: it shows you’re cut out for the role. But on the flip side, it’s all too easy to grow stale and sluggish when hunched … Read more
To find the time and space to write try time based writing, working over longer periods, co-writing, writing in an office space, limiting distractions, and getting up earlier in the morning. If you follow the steps in this article you will find much more time for writing! Time Based, not Task Based Writing Progress in … Read more
Letter Review believes that creative writing courses are absolutely worthwhile. It’s best to go into them understanding the types of things you will learn, and how a creative writing qualification can be turned into career opportunities! Authors, playwrights, and screenwriters can all benefit! Workshops Lots of creative writing courses are designed around the idea of … Read more
Have a writer on your gift list? Instead of giving them yet another book store gift certificate, try giving one of these four gift ideas for writers: Online writing workshops, writing software, memberships, writing workshop recordings. Online Writing Workshops Consider giving a gift certificate for an online writing workshop. Many writers would enjoy taking a … Read more
Choosing which tense to write your novel or short story in can have a significant impact on the way the reader experiences the tale. Each comes with pros and cons. What is Past Tense in Fiction? This is the tense that is by far and away the most commonly used in fiction. This is probably … Read more
It seems to be the case that whenever we watch a film, read a book, or even turn on the news that we are swamped with stories about heroes. As writers, we are bound to eventually to wonder whether every story needs a hero. You can write a story without a hero by having multiple … Read more
Story writing can be difficult for children! Kids sometimes don’t know how to write stories, or where to begin. It depends on the age of the child, but here are some ideas to consider when asking children to get writing. Arguably, we want to keep things generally positive, and not excessively complex. Write what you … Read more