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How to choose a great title for your story
October 15, 2020October 15, 2020 Caroline Humes

How to choose a great title for your story

Writing

It is important to choose a great title. This article provides a list of 22 ways to construct a title, along with general advice, dos & don’ts.

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How to do Research. For Fiction Writers.
September 23, 2019September 23, 2019 Caroline Humes

How to do Research. For Fiction Writers.

Writing

This article is on research for fiction writers. It addresses why you should do research, the types you can do, how much you should do, and when to stop.

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Should you attend a writers conference?
August 25, 2019August 26, 2019 Caroline Humes

Should you attend a writers conference?

Writing

Writers conferences can be inspiring and informative. This article considers the things you should bear in mind if you’re planning to attend one.

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How to choose names for fictional characters
August 4, 2019August 4, 2019 Caroline Humes

How to choose names for fictional characters

Writing

Choosing character names can be a struggle. This article describes the things to consider when choosing a name and where to look.

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Save the Cat explained & free worksheet
July 9, 2019July 16, 2019 Caroline Humes

Save the Cat explained & free worksheet

Writing

A discussion of Save the Cat! system for writing a story, from initial idea to final draft. With a free downloadable worksheet covering all the steps.

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Introduction to Story Structure for Fiction Writers
June 28, 2019July 9, 2019 Caroline Humes

Introduction to Story Structure for Fiction Writers

Writing

I’ve been serious about writing for a number of years now and I’ve read a number of books on story structure. The first time I

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How to beat loneliness as a writer
June 18, 2019June 18, 2019 Caroline Humes

How to beat loneliness as a writer

Lifestyle

Being a writer is by nature a solitary occupation. Hours are spent sitting alone, typing away at a computer. And there is nothing wrong with

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Reading as a writer – What you need to know
May 20, 2019May 20, 2019 Caroline Humes

Reading as a writer – What you need to know

Writing

Writers need to read as much as possible. Reading as a writer is about reading deeply & analytically. This article shows you how.

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Where to find great story ideas? Twitter’s response.
May 5, 2019May 5, 2019 Caroline Humes

Where to find great story ideas? Twitter’s response.

Writing

I asked Twitter’s #WritingCommunity Where and how do you get your story ideas? Read their replies here and be inspired!

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Functions of dialogue
April 24, 2019April 24, 2019 Caroline Humes

Functions of dialogue

Writing

Learn the functions dialogue fulfils and how to use it to add depth and character to your story.

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Recent Posts

  • How to choose a great title for your story October 15, 2020
  • How to do Research. For Fiction Writers. September 23, 2019
  • Should you attend a writers conference? August 25, 2019
  • How to choose names for fictional characters August 4, 2019
  • Save the Cat explained & free worksheet July 9, 2019

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