Clichés are every writer’s worst enemy. They’re like that old sweater you love but know you should probably retire. Sure, they’re comfortable, but they don’t do your story any favors. Whether it’s the “damsel in distress” or the “love triangle,” using clichés can make your writing feel stale and predictable....

Pacing is like the heartbeat of your story—too slow, and your readers drift away; too fast, and they might feel lost. Striking that perfect balance keeps readers hooked, flipping pages late into the night. Whether you’re building suspense or speeding things up for a thrilling climax, mastering pacing is key...

Writing is a beautiful paradox: it can feel both impossibly hard and incredibly rewarding at the same time. Whether you’re scribbling down ideas for your first novel or rewriting the same paragraph for the tenth time (it happens to the best of us), writing is a journey of persistence, creativity,...

Have you ever been told that there are strict rules you need to follow when writing? Maybe you’ve heard that every sentence must be grammatically perfect, or that stories can only belong to one genre. Well, here’s a little secret—some of the best writers break these rules all the time....

They say size doesn’t matter—unless we’re talking average length, about your book. In the world of writing, length can mean the difference between captivating readers and leaving them scratching their heads. Too short, and your audience might feel like they got the trailer instead of the movie. Too long, and...

Have you ever finished a book and felt like you just said goodbye to an old friend? Great characters have that kind of magic—they linger in your mind, pop into your thoughts unexpectedly, and even influence how you see the world. Whether it’s a young man rafting down the Mississippi...

Let’s be honest—writing a romance novel that strikes the perfect balance between heart-pounding action and swoon-worthy emotion can feel like juggling while riding a unicycle. On a tightrope. In the middle of a thunderstorm. But no pressure, right? Luckily, you’re not alone in this high-wire act. Many writers struggle to...