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Novels

Learn essential techniques from Kafka, Steinbeck, Orwell, and other masters for crafting this powerful literary form.

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Great Novellas and How to Write Them

Writing Team: May 27, 2025 9:43:18 AM

The novella occupies literature's sweet spot—long enough to develop complex themes yet short enough to sustain perfect tension throughout. Ian McEwan...

Learn how to match names to genre, tone, personality, and worldbuilding—with practical advice and inspiring examples from fiction.

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6 Tips for Naming a Character

Writing Team: Apr 10, 2025 11:37:29 AM

Are you ready to create unforgettable character names?

Fiction Character Novels

Explore five essential elements—voice, perspective, world-building, romance, and responsibility—to create YA stories that genuinely resonate with today's teen readers.

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For vs. About: The Essential Guide to Writing Authentic YA Fiction

Writing Team: Mar 31, 2025 2:08:51 PM

As an adult, writing for teenagers can feel somewhat daunting. The vernacular seems to evolve constantly and rapidly, and before you know it, a...

Writing genre Novels

Short stories are defined as much by their brevity as by their ability to evoke emotion, provoke thought, or entertain in a compact space. Learn why length matters.

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How Long Are Short Stories Usually?

Writing Team: Jan 19, 2025 2:20:08 PM

When crafting a short story, one of the first questions writers often ask is: How long should it be? The answer depends on your goals, audience, and...

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