The creative writing blog

The Novelry

Bestselling author Kristin Hannah on The Nightingale, her writing process, and creative tips—a must-read for both readers and writers alike.

Josie Humber

‘Show, don’t tell’ is a classic piece of writing advice, but many writers aren’t sure if they’re doing it—and if not, how to start. Here, we show you how!

The Novelry

Story structure is a foundational element of any book. But with so many factors and so many possible structures, how do you find the right fit for your story?

Alix E. Harrow

Alix E. Harrow shares her love of breaking the writing rules on perspective, tense, structure and more. Find out how you, too, can bring your story to life!

The Novelry

Wondering how to write a query letter for your book? Follow these simple steps to craft a pitch letter that gets agents excited to read your manuscript.

Piers Torday

Most writers have pondered how to write a book series. We want to stay in the rich universes we create - but how do we keep readers hooked, too?

Laura Purcell

Writing the first draft of a book is exciting, but it brings many questions and challenges. See how award-winning author Laura Purcell navigates the process!

Anna Mazzola

Great ghost stories strike fear into the heart of a reader with well-written tropes, supernatural elements, and haunting themes. Write your own with these top tips!

Rebecca Scherer

Rebecca Scherer, a literary agent at the Jane Rotrosen Agency, explores current trends in the publishing industry and what's on her wishlist!

Jack Jordan

Self-publishing a book is easier than ever, but why do some authors prefer this choice? We compare self publishing a novel to the traditional publishing pathway.

Piers Torday

Learn how to write children’s fiction with top tips from a bestselling author in this friendly guide to crafting stories that will engage young readers.

Catriona Ward

Writing horror fiction can be a powerful experience. Bestselling author Catriona Ward shares her thoughts for what makes a great horror story.