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POV Explained: Definition and Types of Point of View plotting & outlining Feb 19, 2026

“I walked into the room.”

“You walk into the room.”

“She walked into the room.”

The action is the same, but the reader's experience is completely different. That difference comes down to point of v...

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HEA vs. HFN: Understanding Happy Endings in Romance Fiction plotting & outlining Feb 12, 2026

Every romance reader knows the feeling: that warm, satisfied glow at the end of a book when the couple finally finds their way back to each other. In publishing shorthand, we call it the HEA.

If you ...

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What is a Spin-Off? How to Write Spin-Offs to Expand Your Book Series plotting & outlining Jan 22, 2026

Writers (and readers!) don’t always want to say goodbye to a story when the final page turns. Sometimes a fictional world feels too rich, or a side character too compelling, to leave behind. That’s wh...

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How to Write a Book Series: 3 Different Types of Series in Fiction plotting & outlining Dec 11, 2025

Some stories (and characters!) can’t be contained in one book. When a world is rich enough, or a hero compelling enough, to outgrow a single story arc, a book series might be the perfect fit. Many bel...

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How to Write Picture Books plotting & outlining Dec 04, 2025

Picture books are more than words paired with illustrations—they’re a gateway into a child’s imagination. When you craft a picture book, you’re creating a reading experience that can spark curiosity, ...

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How to Write Flash Fiction plotting & outlining Nov 27, 2025

In a world of scrolling, notifications, and shrinking attention spans, capturing a reader’s interest quickly is more important than ever. Flash fiction offers the perfect solution. This type of fictio...

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What is a Trope? Definition and Examples of Tropes in Writing plotting & outlining Oct 09, 2025

Ever found yourself lost in a story, feeling like you’ve met a familiar hero, unraveled a similar twisted mystery, or witnessed a perilous journey that rings a bell? That sense of recognition comes fr...

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How to Write a Psychological Horror Story plotting & outlining Oct 02, 2025

Have you ever felt that prickling sensation of hairs standing on end, a shiver racing down your spine, and an unshakable sense of dread? That chilling moment is the essence of psychological horror, a ...

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