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Baby Steps 4 – Your Premise

As a fiction writer, you know that crafting a compelling premise is crucial in setting the stage for your story. But what exactly does it mean to write a premise? And how do you go about doing it? A well-crafted premise is the foundation of any successful fiction...

Baby Steps 3 – The Power of Your Idea

As writers, we’ve all been there – staring at a blank page, trying to come up with an idea that will capture our readers’ attention and keep them hooked. But what happens when you hit a roadblock? When your mind goes blank, and no matter how hard you...

Baby Steps 2 – Assemble Your Writing Tools

1. The Modern Writer’s Toolbox Just as a skilled carpenter wouldn’t dream of building a masterpiece without a well-stocked toolbox, a writer, too, relies on a specific set of instruments to bring their ideas to life. In today’s world, this toolbox is...

Baby Steps 1 – Set Up Your Writing Space

Setting up your writing space like I’ve shown below can boost your creativity, productivity, and overall writing experience. So, lets dive in… “The right environment can be the spark that sets off a creative fire.” – Julia Cameron 1....

What is ‘genre’?

(Revised and rewritten 2025-10-15) Hello! Today we’re going to dive into the world of genres. Now, I know it might sound like a bit of a snooze-fest, but trust me, once you get your head around this topic, it can be really fascinating. Plus, understanding what...

The Difference Between Fiction, and Nonfiction

(Revised and rewritten 2025-10-15.) So you want to know the difference between fiction and non-fiction? I understand. It can be confusing sometimes, especially when we see so many books out there labelled as both. But fear not, fellow writer, because today we’re...
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