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What Are Your Characters Made Of? Fay Weldon’s Take on Character Creation

Do you build detailed character profiles, or let your characters grow as the story unfolds? Fay Weldon shares her unconventional approach.

‘We remember not the art but the impact’ – advice for fiction writers from Donald Maass

How many of you own or have read The Emotional Craft of Fiction by Donald Maass? Today I’m interested in these ideas: “How many novels have moved you to tears, rage, and a resolution to live differently? How many have left a permanent mark, branding you with a story that you will never forget? TheContinue reading “‘We remember not the art but the impact’ – advice for fiction writers from Donald Maass”

Character development at the supermaket: a great idea from Lit Hub

Considering what your character would buy instore is a great experiment for creative writers.

Is it deduce or deduct? And what about deduction?

Learn the difference between deduce and deduct.

Lumps and bumps are a part of the creative process: embrace imperfection as a starting point

Achieve the right mindset. You’re bound to hit lumps and bumps in the creative process.

Genre helps readers “predict and plan” – writers should take this into consideration

Explore how genre acts as a framework for understanding texts, guiding readers’ expectations and enhancing both reading and writing experiences.

Is it discreet or discrete? Let’s clear up some confusables.

Destain or distain? Discrete or discreet? Mantle or mantel? Emblazon or emblaze? Watch the video to find out: Which confusables have tripped you up in the past? Let me know.

Hitting the research sweet spot: Bernard Cornwell’s advice on avoiding info-dumping.

Learn how to balance research and storytelling in your fiction. Discover tips to avoid info-dumping and keep your readers engaged, no matter your genre.

Improve your writing craft in 2025 – free and paid options

Looking to improve your writing craft in 2025? Join the free Cherry Edits Writing Craft Facebook group or invest in 1-to-1 coaching for personalised support. Let’s make your writing shine!

Reading outside your genre can help you learn storytelling tricks.

Discover how reading outside your genre can improve your storytelling skills. Learn practical tips, like mastering scene transitions, and explore how techniques from thrillers, romance, and more can enhance your writing.