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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!
70+ Plot Twist Ideas and Examples Guaranteed to Blow Your Mind Away
Sep 28, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
Looking for your next plot twist ideas? Here are 70+ of the best plot twist examples to fuel your story and blow your readers' minds away. Read more
How to Create Suspense in Your Writing (in 5 Thrilling Steps)
Sep 26, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
Every good novel needs a little suspense. In this guide, you'll learn all about literary suspense, from its many varieties to how you can create it in your writing! Read more
What is a Character Arc? 3 Common Types and Examples from Fiction
Sep 21, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn what a character arc is, what are the most common types, and how to craft a strong one. Read more
Protagonist vs. Antagonist: A Must-Know Literary Pair, Defined
Sep 17, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn how to kick your story's primary conflict up a notch through the age-old narrative rivalry of the protagonist and antagonist. Read more
About the Author Examples (That You'll Actually Want to Read)
Sep 14, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
For any writer wondering the right way to talk about themselves, here are 13 About the Author examples you'll want to skip to the end of the book to read. Read more
What is an Epigraph: A Book’s First Taste (with Examples)
Sep 13, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
An epigraph is a quote, paragraph, or short excerpt typically found at the beginning of a book. Read more
What is a Preface? Characteristics and Examples
Sep 10, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
What is a preface, and what purpose does it serve in a book? Check out our guide for all you need to know about prefaces (plus examples). Read more
14 Popular Fantasy Tropes (and How to Revitalize Them)
Sep 03, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
If you want to deliver what fantasy readers want from a book (without descending into cliches) check out this list of fantasy tropes. Read more
Worldbuilding: Create Brave New Worlds [+Template]
Aug 30, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
Follow our worldbuilding guide and free template, and learn the best way to create a convincing and believable universe. Read more
How to Write a Fight Scene
Aug 29, 2018 – Perfecting your Craft
Do your fights read like filler? Find out how to craft a captivating fight scene that'll leave your reader feeling positively pummeled. Read more
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