Articles about writing fiction

When to Use ProWritingAid’s Web Editor

Easy Steps to Improve your Writing

We've got 17 writing tips you don't want to miss. See them all in this article!

New Novelist? Plan Your 2019

Starting a novel? Now is the time to set your course for the new year. Writing a novel is a lot of work, but the right mindset and action will get you there.

Greatest Fictional Worlds Ever Created

We scoured half a dozen sites to find the most-loved fictional worlds that showed up consistently in readers’ votes. Here are the top 10 greatest fictional worlds ever created.

An Author's Voice and How to Find It

Every writer has a "voice." It's a unique signature that combines the use of diction, punctuation, and syntax. Is this "voice" identical with writing style? How can a new writer cultivate his or her own unique voice? If you already have an author's voice, what can you do to polish it and take it to the next level? Read this article to find out!

What are Compound Words?

Do you know the true definition of a compound word? Find out in this post.

3 Ways to Find a Writers' Group

Looking for a writers' group? Here's how to find the right fit for you.

How to Write a Best-Selling Novel

Want to write a bestselling novel? Check out these 11 tips.

Write Without Adverbs

The correct use of adverbs can make your prose shine. Learn how to decide which adverbs to keep and which to eliminate.

Strategically Plan Your Novels for Next Year

Regardless of where you are on the spectrum of "becoming an author," you need a plan for your business. And, believe me, treating your writing like a business will help you make more of it than just a time-sucking hobby. Let's turn 2019 into your year for publishing by making a plan.