One of the hottest subgenres of mystery is the cozy mystery. Readers love escapism, and cozy mysteries are the perfect book for that: with their comfortable settings, light and easy prose, and engaging stories. With mystery novels being one of the highest-selling...
If you have been looking for a list of character flaws, we will be going over 100 different options for you to use. Not every character is perfect, so having a list to pull from can help you make your characters fully fleshed out and human. Scroll through some of the...
Round vs flat characters, which is better? This age-old question needs an answer that delves into the why behind it. Writing is highly subjective and truly great writers can cast either type of character as their lead. However, knowing why you chose a round vs a flat...
What does the word “absurd” bring to mind for you? If someone tells you an outlandish story, you might balk and say “that’s absurd!” to indicate that you don’t believe them—the story goes beyond your suspension of disbelief. So what does that mean for...
Southern gothic books creep under your skin. They are gloriously fun to read and write. But what is Southern gothic, exactly? And how do you write a Southern gothic story successfully? Southern gothic is a delicious horror subgenre, but what is Southern gothic best...
If you’re new to writing you may wonder what is an unreliable narrator, or if you should even use one to tell your story. While it may seem counterintuitive to use a narrator who is unreliable, some of the most well-known novels employ this type of narration. ...
There is often a lot of confusion when it comes an autobiography vs memoir. While both are true stories about an individual, they share different story arcs and structures. If you want to write a story about your life, it’s important to understand the...
Are you an author wondering how to republish a book? Worried if it’s too late? Or if there’s something you are forgetting to do before you launch your book again? What is the importance of a relaunch in the first place? Don’t worry, we have you...
It’s time to get back to the keyboard, but the question arises: what is the difference between a novel vs. novella? Which one should you write? In the coming days, you will devote hours to this project. Deciding what form your story should take is one of the first...
Have you ever wondered how to get a book deal or if you need an agent to secure one? These are important questions to consider as you start your writing journey. Whether you are in the process of writing your first book or have an entire series you want to publish,...
