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Writing Library: Links

Updated: Jan 23, 2021

Compiled list of all writing resource links shared by members of our Discord community.


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General Writing Resources

Writing Process Resources

Story Resources

Outline Resources

Character Resources

World Building Resources

Dialogue Resources

Description Resources

Grammar, Style, & Editing Resources

Software & Tools Resources

Publishing Resources

 

Last updated: 01/22/2021

 

General writing Resources:

10 Writing Tips for Beginners: How to Get Better at Writing Today:

https://projectlifemastery.com/writing-tips-for-beginners/


How to Write LitRPG:

https://www.levelup.pub/how-to-write-litrpg


Glossary of Fiction Writing Terms:

https://www.scribendi.com/academy/articles/fiction_writing_glossary.en.html


Which Famous Author You Write Like:

https://iwl.me/


Creating Emotion in the Reader:

https://theeditorsblog.net/2011/01/30/creating-emotion-in-the-reader/


Writing prompts and exercises:

https://writingexercises.co.uk/index.php


Blog Ideas Generator:

https://www.hubspot.com/blog-topic-generator


Writing Questions Answered:

https://writingquestionsanswered.tumblr.com/


Learn How to Write a Synopsis Like a Pro:

https://www.writersdigest.com/improve-my-writing/learn-how-to-write-a-synopsis-like-a-pro


The 17 Most Popular Genres In Fiction – And Why They Matter:

https://www.writerswrite.co.za/the-17-most-popular-genres-in-fiction-and-why-they-matter/


The Art of Collaboration: 10 Tips for Writing Success:

https://www.writersdigest.com/be-inspired/art-collaboration-10-tips-writing-success


How to legally quote song lyrics in your book:

https://blog.bookbaby.com/2013/10/lyrics-in-books/


How Long Should a Chapter Be?

https://blog.reedsy.com/how-long-should-a-chapter-be/


The Importance of Pauses in Poems:

https://www.dummies.com/education/language-arts/poetry/the-importance-of-pauses-in-poems/


When 'Show, Don't Tell' is Really Bad Advice

http://readjennymartin.com/2012/06/30/when-show-dont-tell-is-really-bad-advice/


Structure of a novel: How to write a chapter:

https://www.nownovel.com/blog/how-to-write-a-chapter-structure/


How long should a chapter be?

https://jerichowriters.com/hub/average-novel-wordcount/how-long-chapter/


Random Generators:

https://springhole.net/writing_roleplaying_randomators/index.html


How to Write a Realistic Romance:

https://www.justwriterlythings.com/blog/how-to-write-romance/


How to Dump Info without Info-Dumping:

https://www.septembercfawkes.com/2018/04/how-to-dump-info-without-info-dumping.html


4 Questions To Ask To Avoid Info Dumps In Deep Point Of View:

https://lisahallwilson.com/4-questions-to-avoid-info-dumps/


Cool Symbol Dividers (For Decorating Chapters):

https://coolsymbol.com/


@Jyllian's Resource Collection (100+):

https://www.wattpad.com/list/59489230--oxygen-references,-guides,-and-tips


One Hundred Ways to Say ‘I Love You':

https://p0ck3tf0x.tumblr.com/post/98502010026/one-hundred-ways-to-say-i-love-you

 

Writing Process Resources:

15 Productive Tasks You Can Still Do Even When You Don’t Feel Like Writing:

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/productive-tasks-you-can-still-do-even-when-you-dont-feel-like-writing/


15 Ways to Motivate Yourself to Write:

https://www.masterclass.com/articles/ways-to-motivate-yourself-to-write#15-tips-for-motivating-yourself-to-write


Why Taking Writing Breaks is Important:

https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/taking-writing-breaks-important/


30 little ways to motivate yourself to write, RIGHT NOW:

https://writingcooperative.com/30-little-ways-to-motivate-yourself-to-write-right-now-9982e80c408d


8 Great Ways to Start the Writing Process:

https://authornews.penguinrandomhouse.com/8-great-ways-to-start-the-writing-process/


What Is Dreamzoning? (7 Steps to Finding New Story Ideas):

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/what-is-dreamzoning-7-steps-to-finding-new-story-ideas/

How to Put Your Thoughts Into Words: 3 Proven Strategies:

https://www.enchantingmarketing.com/writing-strategies/


How to Make Yourself Work When You Just Don’t Want To:

https://hbr.org/2014/02/how-to-make-yourself-work-when-you-just-dont-want-to

 

Story Resources:

Plot Generator, 1 million plot combinations to inspire you:

https://blog.reedsy.com/plot-generator/


Starting a New chapter: Defeating the Blank Page:

https://www.darcypattison.com/writing/start/starting-a-new-chapter-defeating-the-blank-page/


Why You Need Surprises in Stories:

https://writerswrite.co.za/why-you-need-surprises-in-stories/


The Secrets of Story Structure (Complete Series):

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/secrets-story-structure-complete-series/


How to Structure Scenes in Your Story (Complete Series):

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/how-to-structure-scenes/


Fantasy Plot Generator:

https://blog.reedsy.com/plot-generator/fantasy/


How to Write a Good Hook & Start Your Novel with a Bang!:

https://insights.bookbub.com/start-novel-bang-hook-readers/


7 Types of Conflict:

https://www.scribendi.com/academy/articles/types_of_conflict_in_literature.en.html


7 Straightforward Tips For Turning An Idea Into A Story:

https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/7-straightforward-tips-for-turning-an-idea-into-a-story/


101 Fantasy Tropes for Writers:

https://www.writerswrite.co.za/101-fantasy-tropes-for-writers/


Ten Secrets To Write Better Stories:

https://thewritepractice.com/write-story/


How to Master Narrative Pacing: 7 Tips to Help Pace Your Writing:

https://www.masterclass.com/articles/how-to-master-narrative-pacing#why-is-pacing-important


7 Quick Tips for Mastering Pacing in Your Story:

https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/7-quick-tips-for-mastering-pacing-in-your-story/


How to Create Strong Pacing For Your Story:

https://www.well-storied.com/blog/how-to-create-strong-pacing-for-your-story


Guide: How to Skip Time in Your Story:

https://writingquestionsanswered.tumblr.com/post/187123108576/guide-how-to-skip-time-in-your-story


5 Ways To Handle The Passing Of Time In Your Story:

https://writersedit.com/fiction-writing/5-ways-present-flow-time-story/


Why Head-Hopping Hurts Your Writing And How To Avoid It:

https://www.standoutbooks.com/avoid-head-hopping/