The creative writing blog

Louise Dean

What’s the definition of a hero in literature? Here, we define the hero of a story and how you can learn from classic examples to write your own.

Louise Dean

Many authors are guilty of overwriting, but how can writers avoid it? Here are some top tips to curb excessive wordiness for a well-written novel.

Louise Dean

As an author, how can you find your voice to write a story? Here, we define a writer’s voice in literature and how you can find your own when writing your novel.

Louise Dean

What is a midpoint? Find out why the middle of a story is so important to writers and why it’s a great place to start when you’re plotting a novel.

Louise Dean

Is it necessary to take a creative writing class or course to become a published author? Isn’t a writer always learning? Explore the topic in this blog post.

The Novelry

What are the steps to a great story? Get top expert tips to fast-track your fiction writing from the bestselling authors and publishing professionals at The Novelry.

Louise Dean

We all have wobbly moments when we’re working on a novel. To reassure you, here are nine signs that you’re a good writer, whatever your inner voice says.

Louise Dean

Is your energy and interest in your novel flagging? Don’t quit writing it just yet. Here are some ways to see if your story, flaws and all, is worth continuing.

Louise Dean

Philip Roth’s books are like knives we can’t put down despite them cutting our hands. Here, Louise Dean reviews Roth’s style and his art of writing fiction.

Louise Dean

A morality tale can add depth to the essence of a story, so let’s explore these fabled stories that have been at the heart of great literature for centuries.

Louise Dean

A fable is a short cautionary story about life that explores history and culture across the world. Read on to discover how fables can cure long-winded writing.

The Novelry

Discover how the fairy tale has delivered us from evil across the ages and why it’s the origin of great writers telling bold, magical stories with universal meaning.