10 Tips For Writing A Novel From Start To Finish

Tips For Beating Writer’s Block

Every writer knows the agony of writer’s block. It is a real thing, not some made-up excuse. Writer’s block is frustrating, but there are ways to power through these doldrum moments in the great sea that is writing. These moments of inactivity don’t have to be unproductive. No moment as a writer should be lost to these times of inactivity, as these lulls are often opportunities that lead to great inspiration. To carry on with the metaphor, put the wind back in your sails with these 12 tips for beating writer’s block.

Writing Better Dialog

Dialog. Some writers just get it, and others… just don’t. It can be hard to pin down exactly what it is that characterizes “good” dialog – mainly because well-written dialog isn’t clunky and doesn’t stand out, rather it blends right into the story and flows naturally. However, we all take note when we come across unnatural dialog. Here are our top 10 rookie mistakes when writing dialog.