Writers love labels almost as much as they love coffee. Three of the most common: plotters, pantsers, and plantsers. They…
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Block Busters: Zap Your Writer’s Block
Writer’s block is the name we give to a familiar, uncomfortable feeling: the blank page that glares back, the momentum…
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How to Avoid Plot Holes
Plot holes—moments when a story’s cause-and-effect breaks down, a character acts inexplicably, or a world rule is ignored—pull readers out…
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Show, Don’t Tell: A Practical Guide for Fiction Writers
“Show, don’t tell” is one of those writing aphorisms every fiction writer has heard. Short, catchy—and often misunderstood. This guide…
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Crafting a Great Plot Twist: Key Elements for Maximum Impact
I’ve recently stepped back into Cold, the fourth book in the Rebecca Watson crime‑thriller series, and the response from readers…
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New Year Inspiration and Guidance for Struggling Writers
Turning a New Page: Strategies, Encouragement, and Practical Advice for Writers in 2026 Introduction Every New Year brings with it…
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How to Use the Five Senses in Your Writing
For your story to come to life on the page, introduce your readers to the five senses: sight, hearing, smell,…
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Should I Join a Writer’s Group?
A question I often get asked from other writers is, “Should I join a writer’s group?” My answer is always…
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Creating Tension for your Readers
When writing fiction, tension is critical for reader engagement. As a writer, we want our readers to ‘not want to…
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Creating a Setting
By Joe Moore You’ve got an idea for a story, maybe even a book-length project. You’ve developed a clever plot…
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