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Using Creative Punctuation to Elevate Your Writing

November 2, 2025
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Getting Published

The Stages of Publishing: After the Book Deal

Jun 5, 2022
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Lily Lindon
There are many (confusing!) stages of publishing, but Lily Lindon – who has experienced it from both sides – is demystifying every step and sharing top tips.
How to write a hook with tips from The Novelry.
Getting Published
Starting to Write
Novel Writing Process

How to Write a Hook for a Novel

May 29, 2022
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The Novelry
Wondering how to write a hook for a novel? In the current publishing climate, it needs to be pitch-perfect, so try The Novelry’s five steps to a killer hook!
Guest Authors
Motivation

Sophie Kinsella on Motivating Yourself to Write

May 22, 2022
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Sophie Kinsella
The bestselling author of the Shopaholic series as well as ten standalone novels, Sophie Kinsella explains how to stay motivated when writing a book.
Tips for writing suspense novels by Kate Riordan author of The Heatwave
Crime and Suspense
Craft and Technique

Suspense Writing: 5 Top Tips

May 15, 2022
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Kate Riordan
Suspense writing needn't be a mystery! Bestselling author Kate Riordan shares 5 simple tips to create tension and keep readers turning the pages.
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Novel Writing Process

Writing Your Next Best Novel

May 8, 2022
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Louise Dean
Writing a book is hard, but it gets easier as you write another. Louise Dean looks at how writing happens via the sophomore novel as reassurance for all writers.
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Fantasy
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Craft and Technique

What is a Trope?

May 1, 2022
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Craig Leyenaar
What is a trope? How is it different from a stereotype, archetype or cliché? And do tropes have a place in good writing? Find out how they can be great tools...
Children’s Fiction
Young Adult Fiction

What Is Middle-Grade Fiction and How Is It Different From YA?

Apr 24, 2022
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Krystle Appiah
Ever asked yourself ‘what is middle grade fiction’ or wondered how it differs from YA books? This article, from our expert editor Krystle, clears it up!
Characters
Guest Authors
Up Lit

AJ Pearce on Writing a Complex Character

Apr 10, 2022
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AJ Pearce
Writing a complex character can feel challenging, but we've got six proven methods from bestselling author AJ Pearce!
Literary Agents

Madeleine Milburn on Publishing Trends

Apr 3, 2022
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Madeleine Milburn
Top literary agent Madeleine Milburn gives us the rundown on this year's publishing trends: what's popular, and what's a trickier sell right now.
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Confidence and Motivation
Getting Published

Clare Mackintosh on Why Writers Should Never Give Up

Mar 27, 2022
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Clare Mackintosh
Author Clare Mackintosh explains how writers can turn setbacks into hope, stay motivated through challenges, and keep moving forward in their writing journey.
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Novel Writing Process
Starting to Write
Prize

How to Write a Novel in 9 Steps

Mar 20, 2022
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The Novelry
The question of how to start writing a book can feel overwhelming. It’s a big task! We break it down into 9 steps that’ll make writing a book manageable and fun!
Bestselling author Claire Douglas poses beside three of her books: The Couple at No. 9, The Sisters, and Local Girl Missing.
Guest Authors
Starting to Write
Writing Competitions

Claire Douglas on Taking Chances as a Writer

Mar 13, 2022
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Claire Douglas
Taking chances on writing competitions can be scary, but for authors like Claire Douglas, it can be the path to publication. Here’s her story!
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