Writing a novel is synonymous with birthing a baby. First is the conception where you get the idea. This will go through different transformations before the gestation period when the idea becomes a published book. Have you been nursing
Writing a short story is a good way to start writing fiction. A short story is a form of fiction that is shorter than a novel but longer than the novella and the flash fiction. An average short story
How to build your own fictional world Read the first part of this article. Remember that this is your world. Take some time to delve into it and decide how similar or completely different to the 'real' world it
Wordbuilding in literature involves designing the perfect fictional setting of your story. This process is so important to you as a writer because, as the container that houses the story, your setting (the world you have built) deeply affects
Writing is amazing. That feeling of being able to create and bring to life characters, places, even worlds that only existed in your mind’s eye is heady. It can be intoxicating, and for some writers, it can also be
The fiction writer’s choice of “literary techniques” is an important element of fiction. There are many techniques available to the writer, such as allusion, alliteration, allegory. Some popular techniques/devices include symbolism, imagery, and figurative language–such as simile, metaphor, and
Every writer needs a set of creative writing skills to create content that captivates a reader. Creativity is the bedrock of writing, and every writer must strive to improve his skills. Here are some tips that can help you
Because of my love of world building, I’ve always been drawn to the fantasy genre and knew I wanted to try writing a fantasy. But I found out very quickly that crafting a breathing, living world isn’t as easy
There are two approaches to a book review: Descriptive reviews give the essential information about a book. This is done with description and exposition, by stating the perceived aims and purposes of the author, and by quoting striking passages
Most of us, when we start writing fiction, start with a main character who is much like ourselves. It’s natural: the impulse to write often comes from our desire to channel our own experiences and emotions into a story
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