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James McBride’s Writing Routine: “You have to fall in love with the idea. Let the story take over.”
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How to Handle Flashbacks, Time Skips, and Chronological Chaos
Playing with time can make a story deeper, more layered, and more emotionally resonant—but it can also leave…
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Jennifer Egan’s Writing Routine: “You go from underrated writer to overhyped writer.”
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Creating Memorable Side Characters Without Letting Them Steal the Show
A great side character can light up a scene, steal a laugh, and stick in a reader’s mind…
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Stuck? Write the Worst Possible Version on Purpose
Perfectionism is one of the fastest ways to shut down creativity. You sit there, frozen, waiting for a…
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How to Fall Back in Love With Writing When It Feels Like a Chore
Sometimes writing stops feeling like magic and starts feeling like work. Not the satisfying kind—just the slogging-through-mud kind.…
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How to Keep Writing When It Feels Like Everything You Write Sucks
That feeling where you’re halfway through a sentence and already cringing? You’re not alone. Every writer hits that…
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The Sound of Writing: How Rhythm and Cadence Affect Your Story
The best writing doesn’t just look good on the page—it sounds good in your head. Rhythm and cadence give your…
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Mark Haddon’s Writing Routine: “I’m not a terribly good writer, but I’m a persistent editor.”
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Tension Without Action: How to Build Intrigue Through Emotion and Subtext
You don’t need a car chase or a ticking time bomb to create tension. Some of the most…
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Interview with Jeannie Vanasco: “It becomes too easy to shut down if one of your variables is off.”
Jeannie Vanasco is the author of The Glass Eye and Things We Didn’t Talk About When I Was a Girl, two…
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Writing the Quiet Moment: How to Make Stillness Feel Electric
Not every scene needs fireworks. Some of the most gripping moments in a story are quiet—the pause before…
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Interview with Gabriella Buba: “Write it bad, you just have to finish.”
Gabriella Buba writes bold, immersive fantasy grounded in Filipino mythology and powered by unforgettable, bi brown heroines. A…
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Interview with Natalie Jacobsen: “I can’t fight my flow of creativity.”
Natalie Jacobsen has always been drawn to stories—especially those that echo across time. Raised in rural Oregon and…
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Writing With Restraint: How to Say More by Saying Less
Strong writing isn’t about piling on words—it’s about choosing the right ones. Restraint isn’t dryness. It’s clarity, intention, and trust…
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Writer’s Block Isn’t the Problem—Here’s What Usually Is
“Writer’s block” is often the label we slap on anything that keeps us from writing. But most of…
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The Art of Ending Well: Writing Closures That Linger
Endings don’t need to tie everything up perfectly—but they do need to land. Whether quiet or explosive, neat or…
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The Power of Specificity: Why Vague Writing Fails to Connect
Vague writing is forgettable. It floats on the surface, never quite anchoring the reader. Specific writing, on the…
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Why You Don’t Need to Feel Inspired to Write Something Great
Waiting for inspiration is a trap. It feels noble—like you’re respecting the creative process—but most of the time,…
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Hilary Mantel’s Writing Routine: “You have to trust yourself, and trust the process.”
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40 Character Development Questions to Deepen Your Writing
A character isn’t just a name and a goal. It’s the sum of their fears, flaws, habits, desires,…
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How to Find Your Story’s Theme Without Forcing It
Theme isn’t something you bolt onto a story—it’s something that emerges from it. You don’t have to figure out the…
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Understanding Point of View: Choosing the Best Perspective for Your Story
Point of view shapes the entire experience of a story. It decides what readers know, when they know…
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How to Build a Writing Habit That Doesn’t Feel Like a Chore
If writing always feels like a task to check off your list, it won’t last. The key to…
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The Art of Writing Openings That Instantly Captivate
First lines carry more weight than we think. They don’t just begin a story—they set the tone, spark…
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Repetition in Writing: When It’s a Strength and When It’s a Crutch
Repetition can be powerful—or painfully distracting. The difference is all in how you use it. Done with intention,…
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20 Strategies for Writing More Engaging Dialogue
Dialogue should do more than fill space between action. It should reveal character, build tension, and keep the…
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How to Edit Your Story: Tips for Polishing Your First Draft
Writing the first draft is messy by design. It’s raw, unfiltered, and full of ideas that may or…
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Mick Herron’s Writing Routine: “Writing’s like making an omelette.”
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Harlan Coben’s Writing Routine: “If it produces pages: good. If it doesn’t: bad.”
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Interview with Farah Ali: “I tend to write almost every day, no matter how little.”
Farah Ali, an author from Karachi, Pakistan, is known for her evocative short stories and impactful narratives. Her…
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Interview with Jiordan Castle: “I’m writing toward something I can’t name, a place I will never reach.”
Jiordan Castle is the author of Disappearing Act, a memoir in verse. Her work has appeared in HuffPost,…
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Interview with Nathalie Abi-Ezzi: “I tend to exist in a state of chaotic mental activity.”
Nathalie Abi-Ezzi, born in Beirut and now based in Kent, is an author of two novels, a non-fiction…
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Interview with Rosanna Young Oh: “I need silence and a feeling of isolation.”
Rosanna Young Oh is a Korean American poet and essayist who was born in Daejeon, Korea, and grew…
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How to Use Conflict to Keep Readers Glued to the Page
If your story feels like it’s dragging, it’s probably missing conflict. Not explosions or screaming matches—though those can…
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The 5-Minute Rule That Will Get You Writing When You Don’t Want To
Waiting to feel inspired before writing is a trap. The longer you delay, the harder it gets. The…
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100 Sensory Details to Bring Your Writing to Life
Great writing doesn’t just tell a story—it makes the reader feel it. The right sensory details can turn a flat…
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The Role of Silence in Dialogue: What Isn’t Said Matters Too
Dialogue isn’t just about what characters say—it’s about what they don’t. The pauses, the unspoken tension, the words…
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How to Develop a Writing Style That Feels Unmistakably Yours
Writing style isn’t about fancy words or elaborate sentences—it’s about the way you see the world and how…
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The Secret to Writing Every Day? Stop Trying to Write Every Day.
Forcing yourself to write daily sounds like a solid plan—until you miss a day, feel guilty, and start…
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How to Make Your Prose Stronger: Cutting Out Weak Words and Fluff
Strong writing gets to the point. It doesn’t meander, pad, or dilute its message. Every word has a…
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Why First Drafts Are Supposed to Be Messy (And How to Embrace It)
Let’s get one thing straight: your first draft isn’t supposed to be perfect. In fact, it’s supposed to…
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The Art of Rewriting: Turning an Okay Draft into a Killer Story
Let’s be honest: your first draft is just the beginning. It’s the raw material, the lump of clay,…
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Your Writing Routine Needs More Play (And Less Pressure)
Writing routines often start with good intentions—structured time, word count goals, maybe even a dedicated space. But somewhere…
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