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24/07/2023

How to Write a Story: 10 Steps to Master the Art of Storytelling

Writing isn’t easy, and writing a good story is even harder.
I used to wonder how Pixar came out with such great movies year after year. Then, I found out a normal Pixar film takes six years to develop, and most of that time is spent on the story.

In this article, you’ll learn ten secrets about how to write a story, and more importantly, how to write a story that’s good.

https://thewritepractice.com/write-story/

24/07/2023

Easy Steps to Succeed in Book Writing Plan

Writing a book and getting it published successfully is a dream for many fanatics. However, book writing is often distressing for a large number of writers. The reason lies on the rejection by publishers. But, don’t worry, as, in this article, we are going to reveal how you can succeed in writing and publishing a book.

https://writetodone.com/easy-steps-to-succeed-in-book-writing-plan/

24/07/2023

What is a Memoir? An Inside Look at Life Stories

A memoir is a narrative written from the author's perspective about a particular facet of their own life. As a type of nonfiction, memoirs are generally understood to be factual accounts — though it is accepted that they needn't be objective, merely a version of events as the author remembers them.

https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/memoir/

20/07/2023

What is a Short Story? Definitions and Examples

A short story is a form of fiction writing defined by its brevity. A short story usually falls between 3,000 and 7,000 words — the average short story length is around the 5,000 mark. Short stories primarily work to encapsulate a mood, typically covering minimal incidents with a limited cast of characters — in some cases, they might even forgo a plot altogether.

https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/short-story/

20/07/2023

If you want to get published, you need to be aware that major New York publishers are looking for a specific word count, depending on your genre. Your fantasy novel word count needs to be different than your YA Fiction book, which has a different word count from other books.

https://thewritepractice.com/word-count/

20/07/2023

Note from the editor: Do you need a content editorial calendar? Not sure? Well, even if you are a solo blogger or author, the benefits can be enormous. Editorial calendars allow you to plan your content for weeks or months ahead, not only freeing up your time but also letting you put together targeted campaigns. So whether you have a team working for you or not, read on and give a content editorial calendar a go…

https://writetodone.com/content-editorial-calendar/

19/07/2023

Internal vs External Conflict: How Conflict Drives a Story

Conflict is the backbone of storytelling. As Kurt Vonnegut once said, “every story is about a character who gets into trouble and then tries to get out of it”. Without something to rub up against, a story isn’t a story — it’s just a series of events without stakes. As a literary concept, you could express conflict as a simple formula:

CONFLICT = (CHARACTER + WANT) X OBSTACLE

https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/conflict/

19/07/2023

25 Love Story Prompts to Kindle Romance and Friendship

Love stories pop up in all kinds of stories—and not just in romance novels. Let's review what elements make up a love story and then practice with some story writing prompts.

https://thewritepractice.com/love-story-prompts/

19/07/2023

Fiction writing is an art. It’s out an out creativity and the gift of deep imagination. The charm that it spreads by adding detailing in a scene and creating another world pique readers. In fiction writing, you can go beyond the odds and bring something new that amuses and entertains.

https://writetodone.com/writing-advice-what-you-need-to-know-to-write-a-fiction-story/

19/07/2023

Rising Action: Where the Story Really Happens (With Examples)

Rising action is everything in a story that occurs after the inciting incident but before the climax, forming the bulk of the narrative. This involves the development of the protagonist’s internal and external conflicts, a primary conflict that comes to the forefront, obstacles they must overcome, and a “boiling point” that triggers the climax.

https://blog.reedsy.com/rising-action/

18/07/2023

Love stories appear everywhere in the films we watch, books we read, and shows we binge.

https://thewritepractice.com/love-story/

18/07/2023

Writer’s Block, sometimes referred to as Creative Block, is a condition in which a writer loses the ability to create new work. He feels stuck and no new idea swims through his mind. He spends hours staring at the monitor screen hoping to find a glimpse of inspiration to begin writing. Even after spending hours doing research or reading amazing write-ups, he encounters troubles, and distraction when it comes to writing.

https://writetodone.com/what-is-writers-block-and-how-to-overcome-it-with-these-8-strategies/

18/07/2023

What is a Foil Character and What Role Do They Play? (With Examples)

In literature, a foil character is someone whose qualities contrast and accentuate the protagonist's most important personality traits. The term originates from an old jeweler's technique of backing gems with foil to make them shine brighter. Likewise, literary foils will reveal something about the main character that readers might not otherwise notice.

https://blog.reedsy.com/foil-character/

18/07/2023

Elements of Fiction: Master the 6 Ingredients of Powerful Storytelling

Much of writing is instinctual, born of exposure to good stories and a lot of practice. However, there are some tools every writer needs to make their story professional and effective. Grammar and spelling are the obvious ones, but today, I'm talking about the key elements of fiction: character, plot, setting, point of view, theme, and style.

https://thewritepractice.com/elements-of-fiction/

18/07/2023

Editor’s note: Looking at famous authors when you are a struggling writer can sometimes decrease, not increase, motivation. Today’s powerful post shows how to draw inspiration to keep writing from 3 of the most famous writers of recent times…

https://writetodone.com/famous-authors/

18/07/2023

The 13 Best Fantasy Map Generators, Tools, and Resources

If you want to take your fantasy worldbuilding to the next level — whether that's writing your next novel or crafting your newest RPG campaign — there's nothing quite like a beautifully drawn map that's plucked from the world of your story.

To help you bring your 'other' world to life, here's a list of our favorite fantasy map generators, tools, and resources!

https://blog.reedsy.com/fantasy-map-generators/

17/07/2023

Why do people write poetry? Some might believe writing poetry is only for lovers and poets, but that's not true. Writing poetry (like music!) can capture parts of the human experience in ways that prose can't.

https://thewritepractice.com/why-poetry/

17/07/2023

Time management is important in any line of work, but for the writer, it can be the difference between getting paid or not. Chances are, there are many other things calling your attention that can easily distract you from using your valuable time wisely.

https://writetodone.com/useful-time-management-hacks-every-writer-should-know/

17/07/2023

Dynamic Characters vs Static Characters: A Matter of Change

The difference between dynamic and static characters is the amount they change throughout the novel. A dynamic character in literature experiences important inner growth, changing in a meaningful way by the story’s end. A static character stays the same. For an example of a dynamic vs. a static protagonist in action, look at Ebenezer Scrooge vs. Sherlock Holmes.

https://blog.reedsy.com/guide/character/

17/07/2023

It’s National Poetry Month! I know, I know. You don’t want to write a poem, but what if I could show you a way to tap into a childhood memory to create a poem or scene that you could use in any kind of writing? Will you accept a poetry dare today?

https://thewritepractice.com/write-a-poem-dare/

17/07/2023

Do you want to know how to stop procrastinating ?

It’s taken me almost an hour to make a start on this post. First, I had to have a coffee, then I needed to check Facebook, then Twitter. Note the hyperbolic phrasing of that last sentence–“had to”, “needed”–almost as if I had no choice.

https://writetodone.com/how-to-stop-procrastinating/

17/07/2023

6 Fantastic Tips for Writing Stellar Science Fiction

Writing science fiction is possibly one of the most immersive and fulfilling experiences a writer can embark on. Readers arrive in search of a new (yet relatable) world in which a stimulating story unfolds, which means that as a writer, you have to juggle creating something unique while grounding it in shared human experiences. It may seem daunting at first, but we’re here to help!

https://blog.reedsy.com/writing-science-fiction/

14/07/2023

It’s practically inevitable. You’re rockin’ and rollin’ through your writing process, you let the creative juices flow, and then you reach a sudden halt: You’re blocked. And you have no idea how to overcome writer's block.

https://thewritepractice.com/how-to-write-a-book-writers-block/

14/07/2023

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https://writetodone.com/expressive-writing/

14/07/2023

How to Write a Story in 6 Spellbinding Steps

Most of us know a great story when we hear one — or read one, or watch one unfold onscreen. But just because we recognize what makes an amazing story, doesn’t mean we all know how to write a story from scratch.

https://blog.reedsy.com/how-to-write-a-story/

14/07/2023

Fiction writers tend to depend on first person or third person point of view—you’ve been there, done that. But what about writing in second person? It may seem strange, unconventional, or confining, but playing with point of view is one way to transform a story.

https://thewritepractice.com/second-person/

14/07/2023

Are you nervous about coming out as a writer?

Maybe you just want to write for yourself and not share your words with others? It can be scary putting yourself out there.

https://writetodone.com/coming-out-as-a-writer/

14/07/2023

9 Editing Tips: How to Self-Edit Your Own Writing (+ Checklist)

While some projects require professional editing, there’s a lot that you can achieve through self-editing. As you become more familiar with grammar rules, good writing habits, and your unique voice.

https://blog.reedsy.com/self-editing-tips/

14/07/2023

5 Writing Techniques Every Writer Should Try on for Size

Looking for some fresh writing techniques to build your skills or help you push through writer’s block? Here are 5 techniques that you can apply to any piece of fiction you’re working on. Why not try them on for size and see which ones fit!

https://blog.reedsy.com/writing-techniques/

14/07/2023

Writing poetry can feel like a daunting task. Should you use a poetic form? Will it rhyme? How do I begin? There's a lot to think about. But what if you could build poems from materials that already exist? Let's answer the question, what is found poetry, and look at some examples of how you can “find” your own poem with this method.

https://thewritepractice.com/what-is-found-poetry/

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