Perfecting your craft

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!

Creative Nonfiction: How to Spin Facts into Narrative Gold

Nov 05, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

In this post, we'll walk you through the ins and outs of writing creative nonfiction and its major subcategories — all fleshed out with examples of the best creative nonfiction books on the market. Read more

How to Write Faster: 8 Strategies for Productivity

Nov 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Trying to write your book faster? Here are 8 strategies to get the words flowing on the page and increase your output. Read more

Novel Synopsis Example: Is This Tomorrow by Caroline Leavitt

Oct 24, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

New York Times bestselling author Caroline Leavitt shares an early synopsis of her novel, Is This Tomorrow. Read more

3 Types of Irony: What's the Difference? With Examples

Oct 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

What is irony? We define the different types of irony and examine how they're used in writing books, TV shows, and films. Read more

Anti-Heroes, Defined: How to Write Them, Plus 5 Examples

Oct 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Superman might be a hero, but Tyrion Lannister is definitely not — he's an "anti-hero." Learn exactly what an anti-hero is here — with lots of examples! Read more

20 Writing Tips to Improve Your Craft

Sep 26, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Whether you're a beginner or a bestselling author, these 20 must-know writing tips will help you become the best writer you can be. Read more

49 Places to Find a Critique Circle to Improve Your Writing

Sep 04, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Writers are better when we write together. So find an online critique circle to help you turn your WIPs into literary masterpieces! Read more

The 50+ Best Writing Websites of 2026

Aug 22, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Feeling lost on your writing journey? We've got you covered with more than 50 writing websites full of advice, information, and support. Read more

Show, Don't Tell: Tips and Examples of The Golden Rule

Jul 11, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Show don’t tell is common advice among writers — but what does it really mean? This thorough guide answers that question with plenty of helpful examples. Read more

How to Write a Short Story in 8 Simple Steps

Jul 01, 2019 – Perfecting your Craft

Learn the 8 steps for how to write a short story — starting with your basic understanding of the form and ending with how to edit it like a pro. Read more

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