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The Novelry

NYT bestselling author Kate Quinn shares her inspiration, the writing advice that has stuck with her, and her top tips for crafting page-turning historical fiction.

Ella McLeod

Writers! Learn all about symbolism and how to use it in fiction with this essential guide, giving you practical tips to add depth, meaning, and power to your story.

Sadé Omeje

Curious about literary fiction? This guide breaks down what it is, how it differs from genre fiction, and helps writers work out if they are writing literary fiction.

Ella McLeod

YA romance books are loved by readers of all ages, but which are the best? We list the ultimate Young Adult romance books and what makes them so great.

The Novelry

Read our Q&A with literary agent Erin Harris of Folio Literary Management, where we discuss agent wishlists, publishing trends, and how to get a literary agent!

The Novelry

Writing habits vary, but the key to success when writing a book? Write regularly! Here’s how to start a daily writing habit (just one hour a day) to finish your book.

Louise Dean

Join our challenge to write a novel in 90 days together with over 2000+ writers and all-star authors writing side-by-side. The motivation you need to finish your novel by the holidays this year!

Alice Kuipers

Book editing services are costly and an important investment for writers. So how do you choose the right editor for your book?

Katalina Watt

AI in science fiction is commonplace, but artificial intelligence now features in many novel genres. Here’s how to write AI in fiction responsibly and thoughtfully.

Ella McLeod

What is an interior monologue? Does every fictional character need one? Here’s our guide to writing your character’s inner thoughts with monologue examples.

Kate Davies

What is the climax of a story? It’s not quite the ending, but close! Here are the secrets to writing a great climax in a book, along with some top climax examples.

Amanda Reynolds

A willing suspension of disbelief is the key to readers losing themselves in a story. So, to suspend disbelief, what do writers need to do? Read our tips here!