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Writers Write is a global resource for writers of every kind. We provide practical advice, tools, and learning resources to help you communicate clearly and confidently.

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Elizabeth Bowen’s 7 Tips For Writing Dialogue

Elizabeth Bowen was born on 7 June 1899 and died on 22 February 1973. In this post, we share the author's seven tips for writing dialogue.

Elizabeth Bowen's 7 Tips For Writing Dialogue

In this post, we share Elizabeth Bowen's 7 tips for writing dialogue.

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7 Really Good Reasons To Write A Memoir 

If you have decided to write about your life, you have made a decision to write a memoir. Remember that this is not an easy journey, and you will wonder why you are doing it many times. Read our post to find out why you should do it.

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'The research and plotting is very much left-brained, a very logical process, and one that I think can be learned. The actual writing, the flow of words, description, dialogue—all of these are right-brained. That’s where the passion comes in. When writing is going well, it’s like being plugged into a cosmic socket. There’s no other experience that compares with it.' ~Deborah Crombie

Literary Birthday – 6 June – Deborah Crombie

Deborah Crombie is an American author of a mystery series set in the United Kingdom.

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I’m endlessly fascinated by the process of writing, because to have come to it in the middle of my life as someone more conscious and more cognizant and maybe more self-aware than I would have been had I been doing this in my twenties, it’s really interesting. It’s interesting to watch your hand move across the page and be like, ‘Look at that. There is a thing that did not exist minutes ago. There is a sentence and a string of words.’ ~Sonya Walger

Literary Birthday – 6 June – Sonya Walger

Sonya Walger is an English actress, writer, and podcaster.

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'I’ve heard somebody say that some writers are architects and some are gardeners; I’m absolutely a gardener. I know the characters, I know the world, and then the story moves forward and flowers up. That’s not to say that I don’t have a plan, it’s mostly that I don’t chain myself to my plans and expectations. I like to leave myself open for beautiful accidents, for strange things to happen, and then I want to pursue those. That can be hard if you’ve shackled yourself to an outline.' ~Patrick Rothfuss

Literary Birthday – 6 June – Patrick Rothfuss

Patrick Rothfuss is an American epic fantasy author. He is best known for his highly acclaimed series The Kingkiller Chronicle.

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15 Inspiring Reasons To Start Writing Poetry

We've shared 15 inspiring reasons to start writing poetry, from boosting creativity and experimentation to strengthening your voice and improving your overall writing skills.

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Geoff Dyer is a British author, born on 5 June 1958. In this post, we share the award-winning writer's 10 rules for writing fiction.

Geoff Dyer’s 10 Rules For Writing Fiction

In this post from Writers Write, we share award-winning British author, Geoff Dyer's 10 rules for writing fiction.

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Suggested reading: 12 Literary Quotes About The Moon

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The Ultimate Checklist For Writing A Memoir

Writing a memoir? It can be hard to know if you have included everything you need. This checklist will help you assess your work and improve your story.

The Ultimate Checklist For Writing A Memoir

Writing a memoir? Use this checklist to review your story, strengthen your writing, and make sure your memoir is ready for readers.

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'I’m a ferocious outliner. I can’t begin a book unless I know where it’s going and how it gets there. I refine the story in my head over and over again before I’m ready to start, trying out all the possibilities I can imagine and discarding the ones that don’t work for me. Before I start, I write quite a detailed synopsis and more or less stick to it. Along the way, I often come up with alternative methods of achieving something, but they don’t take me far off course.' ~Val McDermid

Literary Birthday – 4 June – Val McDermid

Val McDermid is a Scottish crime writer.

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How To Find Your Story’s Theme In 3 Simple Steps 

This post is all about theme. We will explore the definition of a theme, give you examples of themes, and go through three steps that will help you find the theme in your story.

How To Find Your Story’s Theme In 3 Simple Steps

What is a theme? Learn what a story theme is and how to find it. Use these three simple steps to uncover the deeper meaning behind your nove

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Suggested reading: Why A Good Vocabulary Is Important For Writers

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Why Embracing Your Inner Madness Makes You A Better Writer

You don’t have to be crazy to be a writer, but using your imagination and embracing unusual ideas can help you become a more creative and interesting storyteller.