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!
7 Types of Conflict in Literature: A Writer's Guide
Jun 07, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
Every battle a character picks is a type of conflict that drives a narrative forward. Discover the seven types of conflict and how they affect a story. Read more →
How to Create Conflict in a Story (with 6 Simple Questions)
Jun 03, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
This article will give you a character-led process that can help you identify the different elements of conflict that keep stories focused and compelling. Read more →
What is a Short Story? Definitions and Examples
May 17, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
Reedsy’s comprehensive guide to all things short story-related! In this series how to write, submit, and publish your short story. Read more →
Inclusive Language: An Author's Guide (with Examples)
May 10, 2021 – Perfecting your Craft
Learn about inclusive language with examples that will help you welcome a wider range of readers into the wonderful world of your writing. Read 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 →
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