How to Start a Horror Story (+4 Examples)

How to Start a Horror Story (+4 Examples)

Horror is a genre of fiction. Here, we’re talking about novels, although you could apply these rules, on a smaller scale, to short stories. The absolute fundamental components of a novel—how to write good characters, how to write a compelling plot, et cetera—won’t...
Fall Writing Prompts

Fall Writing Prompts

The fall season is upon us, and with it comes the tinge of cider, the crinkle of leaves under our shoes, and the nip of cold. But with fall also comes early mornings with books and coffee, long nights writing with hot tea, and time off work entering writing contests...
How to Write a Book in One Week

How to Write a Book in One Week

As a writer, you understand the painstaking time it can take to write a book. What if you discovered you could write a book in one week? Would you feel less overwhelmed? While it takes more than a week to create a standout book, focusing on efficient writing...
Fichtean Curve Story Structure

Fichtean Curve Story Structure

Since you were young, you’ve probably learned the three-act story structure. When you got old enough to read on your own, you likely read through your most-loved books without noticing the structure applied.But as you matured and found a love for writing, you likely...