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Struggling to master the art of writing? Reedsy shares top tips from industry giants on perfecting your craft. Read to find actionable advice on plot, character, storytelling and more!
10 Types of Creative Writing (with Examples You’ll Love)
Apr 28, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
From personal essays and novels to graphic narratives, short stories, and memoirs — here are 10 types of creative writing you might enjoy. Read more
Outlining a Nonfiction Book: 3 Steps to Success
Apr 22, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
Whether you want to write a self-help or a business book, learn how to outline a nonfiction book that readers will love in three key steps! Read more
The Fichtean Curve: A Story in Crisis
Apr 14, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
The Fichtean Curve is a classic formula beloved by writers the world over. Discover the basics of this story structure and when it might be suitable to use. Read more
Save the Cat Beat Sheet: The Ultimate Guide (+ Template)
Apr 14, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
Find out everything you need to know about using the Save the Cat beat sheet to build a watertight structure for your book. Read more
The Seven-Point Story Structure: From Idea to Plot in 5 Steps
Apr 14, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
The seven-point structure is a new but famous story structure. Why? Because it comes with a system to turn your idea into a gripping tale. Read on for more. Read more
50+ Book Ideas (and 11 Ways to Find Even More!)
Apr 09, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
The ultimate bank of book ideas ripe and ready for writing. Plus 11 creative ways to come up with even more of your own. Read more
What is a Memoir? An Inside Look at Life Stories
Apr 06, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
What is a memoir? And why is it not an autobiography? Have all your questions answered on this whistle-stop tour of memoirs past and present. Read more
In Medias Res: Definition, Usage, and Examples
Apr 02, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
In writing, starting in medias res means beginning a story in the middle of the action. Read more
What is a Novella? Understanding the Form (with Examples)
Apr 02, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
What is a novella? Discover what makes this fiction form so very special, with examples from some of our favorite novellas. Read more
How to Write an Ebook (in 7 Super Simple Steps)
Mar 05, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
Want to create your very own marketing magnet, and show off your expertise in the process? Find out how to write an ebook your audience is guaranteed to love. Read more
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