Writing a Thriller or Crime Series: Key Insights from Tony Park and Bonnie Espie
Two bestselling authors talk plot, character voice, and the realities of writing (and publishing) a thriller and crime series.
From Journal to Published Memoir: Writing Tips from Sheryl and Sandy James and Indeed Books
How does a journal become a memoir? In this webinar recap, Sheryl and Sandy James and the team at Indeed Books share honest, practical advice on writing through emotion, protecting the people in [...]
The Creative Writing Skills That Make the Most Difference: Key Insights from Jo-Anne Richards and Richard Beynon
What are the craft skills that really move the needle? Jo-Anne Richards and Richard Beynon each chose their three most important creative writing skills — without comparing notes — and between [...]
You Can Finish Your Manuscript: Lessons from Two Writers Who Did
Two writers. Two completed manuscripts. A conversation full of practical wisdom about beginning, keeping going, and getting it done. Here's what Rick Melvill and Tim Chevallier shared in our free [...]
How to Write a Short Story: Key Insights from Joanne Hichens, David Mann and Kamva Majo
Want to know how to write a short story that truly resonates — and gets it published? In this candid and practical conversation, short story editor Joanne Hichens sits down with award-winning [...]
How to Write a Memoir: 4 Questions to Get You Started
Not sure where to start with your memoir? Four essential questions to help you find your story, stay motivated, and overcome the obstacles every memoir writer faces — with practical tips from [...]
How to Set Your Writing Goals 2026: 5 Questions to Transform Your Year
Expert writing tips to accelerate your development: rewrite strategies, building momentum, conquering your inner critic. Free advice from professional authors.
Start the Year Writing: A Free Interactive Webinar
Join our free interactive webinar on 19 January to clarify your writing intentions for 2026. No resolutions, no pressure – just honest reflection and practical strategies with experienced writing [...]
Writing Tips to Accelerate Your Development: Expert Advice
Expert writing tips to accelerate your development: rewrite strategies, building momentum, conquering your inner critic. Free advice from professional authors.
Character vs Story: What Should Come First?
Should you start with character development or plot structure? This fundamental writing question sparked lively debate in our latest Q&A webinar. Jo-Anne and Richard share insights on both [...]
Self Publishing Revolution 2025: Tips for Building a Profitable Indie Author Business
The publishing revolution has already happened. Indie authors now control 51% of all ebook sales, with 1.7 million books self-published in the US in 2022 versus just 10,000 from traditional [...]
How to Write a Memoir: Essential Tips from Published Authors
"The biggest hurdle most memoir writers face isn't craft - it's courage. When learning how to write a memoir, both Joanne and Merle emphasised the critical importance of giving yourself complete [...]
