Articles
A list of helpful videos, websites, articles, and blog posts for the aspiring writer.
Writing Beginner
A website run by Christopher Kokoski with articles catered to the beginning writer.
How Do I Speed Up My Writing?
Article by Rebecca Schuman containing her advice on how to "pick up the pace and finish a manuscript".
6-Point Character Building Process
Article by Karen Rose sharing her six-point process "for building compelling characters".
2000 to 10000 Words a Day
Rachel Aaron/Bach describes how she improved her writing speed using her "Triangle of Writing Metrics".
The Gardener vs. The Architect
Alex Habib talks about two creative writing styles exemplified in his article by George R.R. Martin and J.K. Rowling.
Writing Immersive Historical Fiction
Nicola Griffith describes how character empathy can be used as a powerful tool in story immersion.
The Partnership Between Reader and Writer
Article by Hilary Leichter on how emotionally moving stories are driven by the reader's experience.
Worldbuilding Basics