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October 12, 2025
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Literary Fiction

Diana Evans on Instincts in Writing

Dec 12, 2021
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Diana Evans
Take risks, listen to what your characters want to do, and embrace uncertainty, writes the award-winning author of Ordinary People and 26a, Diana Evans.
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Editing
Novel Writing Process

How to Write a Novel Synopsis

Dec 5, 2021
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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.
Headshot of Mahsuda Snaith with books. Her thoughts on why its better to write together.
Confidence and Motivation
Meet the Team
Motivation
Writing Skills

Why It’s Better to Write Together

Nov 28, 2021
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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.
Headshot of Rachel Joyce with books. What to do when you encounter self doubt.
Literary Fiction
Confidence and Motivation
Novel Writing Process
Positive Coaching Method
Meet the Team

Rachel Joyce on How to Overcome Self-Doubt as a Writer

Nov 21, 2021
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Rachel Joyce
Rachel Joyce, bestselling author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, writes about how to overcome self-doubt as a writer.
Fantasy
Guest Authors

Kendare Blake on the Magic of Writing

Nov 14, 2021
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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.
Meet the Team

Writing With Evie Wyld

Oct 31, 2021
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The Novelry
Evie Wyld on her journey to becoming a published author and her top writing tips.
Success Stories

Rashmi Sirdeshpande’s Success Story

Oct 30, 2021
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Rashmi Sirdeshpande
Graduate of The Novelry, Rashmi Sirdeshpande, on becoming a published author of children's fiction with Puffin Books.
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Editing
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Self Editing For Fiction Writers: 10 Top Tips

Oct 24, 2021
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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!
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Guest Authors
Romance

Katie Fforde on Getting Familiar with Her Stories

Oct 17, 2021
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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.'
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Fantasy
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Meet the Team

SFF Writing at The Novelry

Oct 10, 2021
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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.
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Guest Authors
Children’s Fiction

Katherine Rundell on the Importance of Children’s Literature

Oct 3, 2021
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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.
Novel Writing Process
Craft and Technique

How to Write a Prologue

Oct 1, 2021
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The Novelry
Want to learn how to write a prologue that grabs readers' and literary agents' attention? We have 5 easy steps for you!
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