7 Writing Rules you can (and should) Break Even though the editorial process is there to iron out any problems, it can be hard to know what the rules of writing are. Thankfully, times are changing. The evolving nature of language and the availability of a greater...
Thinking About Theme We love storytelling for so many reasons, but its ability to teach readers about the world is top of the list! Research has found that reading to children helps to shape their understanding of the world. It’s no surprise that many parents seek out...
Must Read Short Story Collections for Kids! Start your book We’re lucky enough to spend our days surrounded by books, but carving out the time to read can be tricky. This is exactly why short stories are the perfect format for our busy lives. They’re short, sometimes...
Sparking Creativity with Short Stories If the sight of a blank page fills you with nerves, you certainly aren’t alone. Imagination is like any other muscle; it gets stronger with practice. The more you write, the more you edit, and the more you look out for ideas, the...
5 Fantastic Ways to Start your Book Start your book A great opening kickstarts the action, ups the intrigue, but above all else, it conveys the type of experience that’s coming up. There’s no clear-cut formula for how to start your book, but the greats all have one...
