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7 Steps To Writing An Un-Put-Downable Psychological Thriller

December 12, 2023August 5, 2023 by Barrie Davenport

Psychological thrillers are hot right now.

You’ve seen the titles turned into movies. You’ve probably read and watched plenty yourself.

They’re addictive.

It’s not just the suspense that pulls you in.

Yes, you know something bad is threatening the protagonist, but a big part of the draw is what you get to see going on in the characters’ heads.

You love this genre so much, you want to write your own. But for starters, you need to know the elements of a psychological thriller.

Let’s start by getting clear on what it is — and isn’t.

51 Of The Best Historical Fiction Writing Prompts

February 17, 2024August 5, 2023 by Barrie Davenport

You’re looking for historical fiction ideas, and most of the ones you’ve come across are either too detailed and specific or too vague — at least for you.

History writing prompts should paint enough of a picture to allow you to fill in the gaps as you step into it and look around.

Your own perspective and the connections that form in your mind will take that partial image and complete it.

We kept that in mind while creating this list of 51 writing prompts for your novel. May each one flood your mind with the possibilities.

63 Best Memoir Writing Prompts To Stoke Your Ideas

February 17, 2024July 30, 2023 by Barrie Davenport

woman looking at computer memoir writing prompts

You’re writing a memoir. But you’re not sure what questions or life lessons you want to focus on.

Even if only family members and friends will read the finished book, you want to make it worth their time.

This isn’t just a whimsical collection of anecdotes from your life.

You want to convey something to your readers that will stay with them.

And maybe you want your memoir’s impact to serve as your legacy — a testament to how you made a small (or large) difference.

The collection of memoir questions in this post can help you create a legacy worth sharing.

So, if you don’t already have enough ideas for a memoir, read on.

When And How To Use “Per Our Conversation” + 9 Alternative Phrases

January 16, 2024July 28, 2023 by Barrie Davenport

“Per our conversation” is a phrase that’s frequently tossed around, and today, we’re breaking it down.

What does it mean?

Is it grammatically sound?

When should you use it?

Is it rude — or can it be?

All the answers are below.

So pull up a screen and prepare to learn everything you could possibly want to know about “per our conversation.”

41 Of The Best Romance Writing Prompts

January 16, 2024July 25, 2023 by Barrie Davenport

cup of tea with book and flower romance writing prompts

Writing romance isn’t as easy as many people seem to think.

“You write romances? I could totally do that, too, but I have SO much on my plate. Plus, I think if I’m gonna write a book, I want it to be more of a challenge.”

Said by someone who has never finished writing a romance (or not one worth reading).

Because one thing good romance writing is not is easy.

It’s a real challenge to write an engaging story with two characters whose personalities and chemistry keep the reader hooked all the way to a satisfying end.

There’s magic in that. And it’s not to be underestimated.

Understanding Second-Person Point Of View + 7 Examples

July 16, 2023 by Barrie Davenport

When writing fiction, it’s more usual to use either first person, third person omniscient, or third person limited.

Second person has its drawbacks and limitations, but sometimes it’s the exact right point of view for the story, and if that’s the case, then you should go for it.

It can also be an interesting exercise to try writing your current work in progress in second person to look at it from a different angle and see it in a way you may not have been able to see it before.

It’s certainly worth exploring second-person point of view to improve your writing and perhaps find new ways to create your characters and write your books.

In this article, we’re going to look at what second-person point of view is, why you should use it, why you might avoid it, and we’ll give you some examples of writing in second person.

Wondering About The Longest Book Series? Here Are 11 That Might Surprise You

January 17, 2024July 10, 2023 by Ron Clendenin

A book series is the literary equivalent of a long-running television show.

They feature in-depth plots and detailed character development, making them more engaging to many readers.

Today, we’re looking at some of the longest-running book series of all time.

We tried to add something for everyone and hope you find an option to test drive.