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Contemporary Fiction
What is Book Club Fiction? The Key Characteristics Explained
February 1, 2026
What is Book Club Fiction? The Key Characteristics Explained
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Novel Writing Process
How to Get Published
The Basics
How to Write a Novel Synopsis
Dec 5, 2021
The Novelry
Writing a book synopsis can be tricky, but The Novelry is here to help with a clear guide on how to write a synopsis for your novel, ready for a literary agent.
How to Write a Novel Synopsis
Confidence and Motivation
Novel Writing Process
Why It’s Better to Write Together
Nov 28, 2021
Mahsuda Snaith
If your story is stuck, reach out to a writer's group. Mahsuda Snaith, author, explains how connecting with other writers helps when you've lost your way.
Why It’s Better to Write Together
Confidence and Motivation
Novel Writing Process
Guest Authors
Rachel Joyce on How to Overcome Self-Doubt as a Writer
Nov 21, 2021
Rachel Joyce
Rachel Joyce, bestselling author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, writes about how to overcome self-doubt as a writer.
Rachel Joyce on How to Overcome Self-Doubt as a Writer
Guest Authors
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Kendare Blake on the Magic of Writing
Nov 14, 2021
Kendare Blake
New York Times bestselling author Kendare Blake believes writing is the closest thing in this world to real magic - because it gives you the power of creation.
Kendare Blake on the Magic of Writing
Meet the Team
Confidence and Motivation
Writing With Evie Wyld
Oct 31, 2021
The Novelry
Evie Wyld on her journey to becoming a published author and her top writing tips.
Writing With Evie Wyld
Success Stories
Children’s Fiction
Rashmi Sirdeshpande’s Success Story
Oct 30, 2021
Rashmi Sirdeshpande
Graduate of The Novelry, Rashmi Sirdeshpande, on becoming a published author of children's fiction with Puffin Books.
Rashmi Sirdeshpande’s Success Story
Revision and Editing
Novel Writing Process
Self Editing For Fiction Writers: 10 Top Tips
Oct 24, 2021
Lizzy Goudsmit Kay
Self editing can be heartwrenching and time-consuming for fiction writers, but Lizzy Goudsmit-Kay is sharing wisdom gained during her years as an editor!
Self Editing For Fiction Writers: 10 Top Tips
Guest Authors
Contemporary Fiction
Historical Fiction
Katie Fforde on Getting Familiar with Her Stories
Oct 17, 2021
Katie Fforde
It all starts with a theme, next comes character, but for bestselling author Katie Fforde, the way to write is by 'getting her hands in the clay.'
Katie Fforde on Getting Familiar with Her Stories
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Meet the Team
Genres
SFF Writing at The Novelry
Oct 10, 2021
Craig Leyenaar
SFF writing is a world of fun! And if you want to bring your speculative fiction to life, an experienced SFF editor is a must.
SFF Writing at The Novelry
Guest Authors
Children’s Fiction
Katherine Rundell on the Importance of Children’s Literature
Oct 3, 2021
Katherine Rundell
Too many critics - and even writers - are quick to dismiss the importance of children’s literature. Here, bestselling author Katherine Rundell lauds it.
Katherine Rundell on the Importance of Children’s Literature
Craft and Technique
Beginnings and Endings
How to Write a Prologue
Oct 1, 2021
The Novelry
Want to learn how to write a prologue that grabs readers' and literary agents' attention? We have 5 easy steps for you!
How to Write a Prologue
Meet the Team
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Finding Wonder in Your Writing
Sep 26, 2021
Tasha Suri
Award-winning fantasy writer Tasha Suri explains how and where to find wonder so that you can spark magic in your writing.
Finding Wonder in Your Writing
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