writing craft

Give your writing a boost with inspirational craft skills and techniques

The art of writing is hard to teach, but craft skills can be learned. Focused learning can make a big difference to your writing craft, and to your confidence and effectiveness as a self-editor. Find the stage you're at, dive in and have fun!

1. Get started
If you’re new or want to refresh your writing skills, start with the articles below. Or explore the blog section! Topics include writing prompts, craft foundations, and deliberate practice for authors.
creative writing techniques that really work
Creative writing techniques that really work

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deliberate practice - how to improve your writing technique faster
Deliberate practice writing – how to improve your technique faster

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5 quick ways to create creative writing prompts
5 quick ways to make your own creative writing prompts

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writing productivity - the power of just start
Writing productivity – the power of ‘just start’

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2. Raise your game
If you’re an experienced writer and want to advance your skills, improve your editing and create more impact with your writing, click below for practical writing craft techniques.
what is method writing?
What is Method Writing?

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Writing technique – 5 tips on the ticking time bomb

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writing sense of smell - sensory writing 2
Writing sense of smell – sensory writing 2

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sensory writing - sounds and music
Sensory writing – sounds, music

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3. Dive deep
Ready to go deep and challenge yourself? See below for advanced craft, multimedia writing, audio, and topics you might expect to cover as a college creative writing student.
writing tips from Shakespeare - Lancaster University language detectives
Writing tips from Shakespeare: Lancaster University language detectives

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exposition as ammunition - transform flat dialogue
Exposition as ammunition – how to transform flat dialogue

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Writing visualization tool: the secret life of verbs and nouns

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Review: The Bestseller Code by Archer-Jockers – gamechanger for writers?

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