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Story Structure: A Guide to the Basics
There are several ways of analysing story structure by dividing it into acts, each containing key elements that drive the plot.
Scriptwriting With Scrivener | Literature & Latte
Scriptwriting is very different from writing narrative prose, such as a novel or short story. Since scripts mostly focus on dialogue - together with descriptions of actions or stage directions - they are a sort of shorthand for what the final work will be. In this guide, we'll show you how to write a script in Scrivener.
How to Write a Children's Book: Length, Language and Ideas | Literature & Latte
Writing books for children can be very rewarding. With simpler plots and characters, and less demanding language, children's books give writers a chance to focus on shorter, tighter structures, less ambiguous writing, and simpler dialog.
How to Write Fan Fiction | Literature & Latte
Fan fiction can be a good testing ground for a would-be writer, and is a fun way to develop the world of existing fictional characters. Find out more in our fanfic writing guide.
The Sage Archetype: A Guide | Literature & Latte
Advisor, mentor, imparter of truth and knowledge... find out why the sage archetype may be just the character your novel is missing.
How Character Flaws Can Help You Write More Interesting Characters | Literature & Latte
We are all flawed; find out why you should include flaws in characters to make your fiction more interesting.
How to Use Character Archetypes in Your Fiction Writing | Literature & Latte
Archetypes are everywhere in fiction. Read on to discover some common literary archetypes and how to deploy them.
The Lover Archetype - A Guide | Literature & Latte
Like hearts and flowers on Valentine's Day, in fiction, the Lover Archetype is everywhere. Find out how to deploy the Lover Archetype with our guide.
6 Cool Character Ideas for Your Novel | Literature & Latte
Great novels contain memorable, believable characters that readers connect with. Here are some character development ideas.
What is Chekhov's Gun? A Guide To Chekhov's Gun and the Power of Foreshadowing | Literature & Latte
"Chekhov's gun" is one of the best-known ways of foreshadowing in fiction, theater, and film. Here's how to use this technique.