One of the most common struggles memoir writers face is the temptation to tell their story exactly as it happened—event after event, year after year, memory after memory. While this may feel natural, it often leads to what writers call…
How to Build a Daily Writing Habit That Sticks
Writing is an art, but it’s also a discipline. Anyone can have bursts of inspiration, but the writers who finish novels, craft short stories, or consistently improve their skills are those who show up day after day. The real challenge…
10 Writing Habits That Will Transform Your Drafting Process
Every writer dreams of smoother drafts, fewer rewrites, and words that flow with ease. But great writing isn’t just about bursts of inspiration—it’s about the habits you build along the way. If you want to transform your drafting process, here…
How to Write a Killer First Chapter: Tips & Examples from Our Community
The first chapter of your book is more than just an opening—it’s a handshake, a promise, and sometimes a test. Readers decide in just a few pages whether they’ll keep turning the book or set it down. So, how do…
How to Write When Life Gets in the Way: Balancing Work, Family, and Words
For many authors, the dream is to spend long, uninterrupted hours at the desk, weaving stories into existence. The reality? Jobs, family responsibilities, unexpected crises, and the daily grind often compete for attention—and writing gets pushed to the bottom of…
How Readers Can Support New Writers
Starting out as a writer is exciting, terrifying, and everything in between. When you’re new, you don’t have a huge audience or fancy marketing — what you do have is your words, your passion, and (hopefully) a handful of supportive…
Self-Editing Tips for a Cleaner Manuscript
So you’ve typed “The End.” Congratulations! But before you send your masterpiece to an agent, editor, or beta reader, it’s time for one of the most crucial stages of writing: self-editing. Editing your own work can feel daunting, but it’s…
5 Books That Will Inspire You to Write
Every writer knows that sometimes, the best cure for writer’s block is to step away from your own words and dive into someone else’s. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re deep in draft twelve, these five books will reignite…
Common Mistakes New Writers Make While Writing Their First Short Story (And How to Avoid Them)
Writing your first short story is an exciting milestone—but it’s also a learning curve. Most new writers (myself included!) make a few missteps along the way. The good news? Every mistake is a stepping stone to improvement. Here’s a look…
How to Develop a Daily Writing Routine (and Actually Stick to It)
So, you’ve decided you want to write every day. That’s fantastic! A daily writing routine is one of the best ways to build consistency, improve your craft, and finally get that novel, screenplay, or blog off the ground. But…