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!

How to Start a Children’s Book: Coming Up with Your Big Idea

Aug 18, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

If you've ever dreamed of writing a children's book but aren't sure where to start, check out this post to learn more about how you can create the perfect story for kids. Read more →

External Conflict Explained: Definition, Types, & Examples

Jul 18, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Discover the role that external conflict plays in all aspects of storytelling in literature. Include writing tips and examples. Read more →

Internal Conflict Explained: Definition, Types, & Examples

Jul 14, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Learn all about internal conflict in literature. Includes writing tips and examples from popular films and books. Read more →

How to Become a Travel Writer in 5 Steps: A Guide for Travel Bugs

Jul 03, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

If you want to get paid to share your adventures, learn how to become a travel writer with these five tips. Read more →

How to Write a Biography: A 7-Step Guide [+Template]

Jun 30, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Portraying someone’s life on paper in a comprehensive and engaging way requires solid preparation. Here are 7 steps you can follow. Read more →

When to Use Semicolons: 4 Rules and Examples

May 26, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Confused about when to use a semicolon and how it's different from other punctuations? Here's a breakdown, with plenty of examples. Read more →

Alright vs All Right: What is the Difference? [+ Examples]

Apr 17, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Wondering what the difference is between alright and all right? Or which spelling is correct? This posts breaks it down using plenty of examples. Read more →

How to Set Effective Writing Goals (That Will Help You Grow)

Apr 04, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Learn how to set helpful and realistic writing resolutions, tailored to your individual needs. Read more →

How to Write a Prologue Readers Won't Skip (with Examples)

Mar 27, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

Learn how to write a great prologue which will add to your story — and not just delay its beginning. Read more →

How to End a Story: The 6 Ways All Stories End

Mar 17, 2023 – Perfecting your Craft

In our guide, we break down 6 common types of endings and explain what effect they have. Read more →

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