Learning How To Write

Strong characters aren’t built through backstory alone — they’re revealed through moments, choices, and internal conflict. These character moments can help you add depth, tension, and emotional realism to your story. Save this list for when your characters feel flat or hard to understand. Click the link if you want more novel writing help!

Learning to write great stories is a process, and a part of that process is making mistakes that you can learn from later on. Or, if you’re lucky, someone else has already made the mistakes and they…

This is why CRINGING at your own writing is not a problem. If you want to feel better about your writing, the solution is not to try and be perfect! Subscribe to Protagonist Crafts on YouTube to learn all about being a writer, the best writing tips and novel writing inspiration. How to be a better writer, creative writing skills, writing motivation, book writing tips, novel editing tips.

Learning to write great stories is a process, and a part of that process is making mistakes that you can learn from later on. Or, if you’re lucky, someone else has already made the mistakes and they…

Learning to write great stories is a process, and a part of that process is making mistakes that you can learn from later on. Or, if you’re lucky, someone else has already made the mistakes and they…

Wondering how to do research for a novel? This post will help you!

If you're looking to query a literary agent, you don't want to miss this post! It's part 1 of a step-by-step guide to publishing a book. These writing tips are helpful if you're traditionally publishing a book. Publishing a novel isn't easy but finding the right literary agent can help. These querying tips will help your book stand out. Don't miss this important writing tips and tricks. If traditional publishing is your goal, don't miss these writing tips on how to successfully query a...

Watch out for these subtle things when you're editing your novel that might be making your writing weak. If you want to become a better writer and write good fiction, you need to write strong body language and choose intentionally what words to use in your book. Yes, you can still use adverbs! Follow Protagonist Crafts for more writing tips for authors. #writing #fictionwriting #creativewriting #writingtips #writinglife

What is backstory? In this post, we discuss why backstory should be seen as the scar tissue of your book.

Finish Strong and Leave a Lasting Impression.

Make Your Supporting Cast Unforgettable.

One of the best lines of praise a writer can receive from a reader is, “Your story was so good I couldn’t put it down!” This is the kind of story that is often referred to as a ‘page-turner.’ The reader becomes so involved in the unfolding events of the story that they cannot stop reading because they do not want to miss out on what happens next. Would you like to write a story like that? If so, keep reading as we outline How to Captivate Your Readers with Scene-Ending Hooks.

I share 10 things to do before starting your novel! These actionable tasks will set you up for success when you start writing a novel or short story. First, you need to set realistic expectations for writing your book and have a positive mindset. Post up several motivational mantras to help with your mindset. You'll want to know your book genre and plan everything from characters and romance tropes, to the main conflict and story setting. You'll want to create your elevator pitch for your...

Becoming a Writer Later in Life: Plus 12 Grants, Awards, and Publishing Opportunities for Older Writers and Women Writers Over 50