Dec 22, 2025 · What are the elements of fiction writing? This article dives deep into the tools you need to start writing fiction.

Writing a novel, especially for the first time, is hard work, and the desk drawers and hard drives of many a great writer are filled with the skeletons of incomplete and failed books. The good …

Mar 18, 2025 · Over the years, I have compiled this grand list of fiction writing tips for authors. They come from classes, books, interviews, and personal experience.

Aug 26, 2021 · While there is no definitive list of rules you should follow for fiction writing, there are a number of widely-used techniques to help you start writing, write better, and craft a great …

Dec 15, 2025 · In this guide on how to write a novel, 21-time New York Times best seller, Jerry Jenkins, reveals his proven 12-step novel writing process.

Oct 14, 2025 · To make the most of writing in this fun genre, we’ve assembled 6 simple steps you can follow. 1. Start with a topic you wish to explore. The first step is simple: all you need is to …

When it comes to writing, my motto is “whatever gets me to the next page,” but page one is often the hardest. It took me years to start my first book.

May 23, 2024 · One blog post can’t teach you everything … but I hope these writing fiction tips will help you to get started, keep going, and finish a piece that you’re proud of. Whether you’re …

This beginner’s guide will take you through the essential steps of starting your fiction writing journey. From finding inspiration, developing characters, crafting engaging plots, and creating …

Jun 18, 2025 · A beginner’s guide to writing fiction is like your handy map. It guides you through character creation, setting the scene, devising an interesting plot, and so much more.