Writing Dialogue: The Writers’ Academy Checklist
Writing dialogue is an area of struggle for many aspiring (and professional) writers. Well written dialogue can be one of the most useful weapons in a writer’s arsenal – but done poorly, it can...
View ArticleAbout Bloody Scotland – Scotland’s International Crime Writing Festival
Bloody Scotland, the international crime-writing festival founded in 2012, takes place in Stirling this weekend from the 9th-11th September. In this article, co-founder Alex Gray discusses the history...
View ArticleWriting Checklist: Ten Essential Tips to Clean Up Your Writing
Editing is a crucial part of the writing process that can be a tricky and laborious task. But fear not, because our friends over at ProWritingAid have compiled a handy writing checklist for polishing...
View ArticleNaNoWriMo YWP – How Teens Can Write an Entire Novel in a Month
Every November, National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) challenges thousands to write a book in a single month. And now, with their Young Writers Program (YWP), teens and children can get involved...
View Article10 Most Common Literary Themes
Literary themes can be varied and complex. However, there are a number of common literary themes so widely used that they’re now instantly and easily identifiable. Whether you’re an avid reader or...
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