Articles on Writing


Decoding the Language of Writers Online
Spend enough time on-line and you'll soon learn the terminology. But for those just starting out, the acronyms can seem like a secret language. Here are some of the most common. Decoding the Secret Language of Writers Online

Getting Started
In this opening article for his series for Romantic Times magazine, Todd A. Stone puts you through your paces to get you started on your novel. Romantic Times

Conflict - the essence of drama
Without conflict you don't have a story. Learn the difference between internal and external conflict, and which type your novel has. Elements of a Novel

Show, Don't Tell
This is the golden rule of effective writing. Do you understand what it means? Sandy Tritt illustrates how you can make this principle work in your own writing. Elements of Craft

Starting a Story from Scratch
Trish Wylie is an Irish romance writer who also runs an on-line forum for writers. In this article she helps beginners overcome the fear that is a blank page. Trish Wylie

Rats With Islands
A humorous article from bestselling author Jenny Crusie on how to keep the faith and survive the publishing industry. Jenny Crusie


Return to the top