Novel Writing Tips

How to Write in Omniscient POV

Omniscient point of view is one of the oldest narrative styles - and one of the most difficult to execute well. Here's a guide to what it is, and when and how to use it.

Kat Bradbury

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May 29, 2026

How to Write a Choose Your Adventure Story

Creating a Choose Your Adventure Story can be overwhelming when you start thinking about all the possible story paths the reader could take. The solution? Visual plotting with whiteboards!

Roc Humet

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May 27, 2026

How to Storyboard a Novel

Storyboarding is a visual plotting method that lets you see your entire narrative, as beats, scenes or plot points. And that makes it a powerful plotting tool for your novel.

Kat Bradbury

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May 15, 2026

How to Write Subplots (And How They Make Your Novel Better)

Sub plots are the secret to a novel readers can't put down. Learn the 6 types of sub plots, how to balance them, and how to track multiple plotlines.

Kat Bradbury

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April 13, 2026

3rd Person POV: The Fantasy Writer's Complete Guide

If you're writing in the SFF genre, there's a good chance your story will live in 3rd person POV. This guide is for SFF writers who want to move beyond the basics.

Kat Bradbury

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April 4, 2026

How to World Build for a Novel: A Complete Guide for Every Type of Writer

Do you build your world before you write? During? After? The answer depends on how you write. This guide breaks down a proven worldbuilding framework for both plotters and pantsers.

Janet Forbes

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April 3, 2026

What is LitRPG? A Storyteller's Guide

LitRPG is a growing genre that combines exciting fantasy and scifi settings, satisfying character growth, and interesting game mechanics. Here's what you need to know.

Kat Bradbury

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April 3, 2026

Writing with themes to achieve your goals!

Janet Forbes

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April 7, 2026

How to Write a Fantasy Book

Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just getting started, embracing these tips can make it easier to write a fantasy book that readers will love.

Kat Bradbury

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April 7, 2026

What is Upmarket Fiction?

It’s often mentioned in manuscript wish lists, but what does it mean? What can you do to make your work feel more “upmarket” – and is that even a good idea?

Kat Bradbury

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April 7, 2026

Immediacy in Worldbuilding: Removing Filter words from your prose

Filter words are a hidden saboteur of your writing. How to find and cut them to transform your writing, worldbuilding, and RPG games!

Janet Forbes

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April 7, 2026

How to Write a Short Story

Writing a short story is different from writing a novel, in more ways than simply word count. Here is some advice for how to start.

Janet Forbes

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April 7, 2026

How long should your story be? | Word count for novels, novellas and short fiction

How long should your story be? This resource includes the most standard word counts for each type of story length, from microfiction to novels!

Janet Forbes

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April 7, 2026

Story Hooks: Adding Drama, Conflict & Antagonist Characters

When it’s time to set the story hooks for your next campaign or novel, it's time to add conflict, drama and antagonists to your worldbuilding!

Janet Forbes

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April 7, 2026

How to end a story or novel!

Making sure that the end of your book is worthy of your reader’s journey can be a real challenge! This article will help.

Janet Forbes

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April 7, 2026

How to Plot a Novel

How can you come up with a satisfying structure for your novel? Let's take a look at the Hero's Journey.

Janet Forbes

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April 7, 2026

How to Write Serial Fiction

Examples of episodic storytelling, the best places to publish it, and advice on how to write consistent, irresistible serialized stories.

Kat Bradbury

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April 9, 2026