Story Writing Tips

Have you ever read a scene that felt flat, failing to truly pull you into the story? Often, the culprit is the reliance on "telling" rather than 'showing.' The age-old writing advice of 'Show Don't Tell' might seem simple, but mastering it can transform your writing from informative to ...

Ever wanted to create a magic system for your fantasy world but weren't sure where to start? Well, you've come to the right place! In this blog post, I'll walk you through how to write a magic system in 18 easy steps. ...

Spooky times are on their way! In this post, you’ll learn how to write a horror story in 12 easy steps. From the very beginning to the very end, you’ll be a horror writer in no time. Writing a horror story is easy, provided you know how to do it ...

So you want to be a writer? And not just any writer, you want to be a creative writer. The road to being a legendary storyteller won’t be easy, but with our creative writing tips for kids, you’ll be on the right track! Creative writing isn't just about writing stories. ...

If staring at a blank piece of paper is daunting for you, then writing that first sentence can be a big hurdle for children just learning to write. Vision boards provide a fun, interactive springboard into any writing project that turn writing into more of an art project than a ...

Want to make your characters seem really clever in your story? It's not as hard as you might think! Follow this 16-step guide on how to write smart characters to learn the secrets behind writing genuinely intelligent and quick-witted ...

One of the biggest mistakes made by writers is how they use dialogue in their stories. Today, we are going to teach you how to write dialogue in a story using some easy and effective techniques. So, get ready to learn some of the best techniques and tips for writing ...

Everyone struggles with writer’s block from time to time. The hardest part is when you have a tight deadline looming in on you, and all you have is a blank paper staring back at you. Writer’s block is every writer’s nightmare. The good news is that we have found over ...

Did you know that 25 to 33% of children struggle with handwriting? Growing up from the age of scribbling to serious writing, many attain beautiful handwriting, while others deal with untidy handwriting. This can be a major concern, especially when kids are back to school after a long vacation – ...

Have you ever thought of encouraging your child to publish their own storybooks? Does the idea of creating something that is their own excite them? Imagine reading a book that your child wrote at bedtime or even having a whole bookcase of your child’s books to read at any time! ...