How to write great chapter and scene openers
Chapter and scene openers matter just as much as the closing lines. Here’s some tips for crafting strong scenes from the very top.
How to punctuate dialogue in fiction
Polishing your dialogue punctuation is an easy way to make your manuscript look professional and keep who’s saying what clear for your reader.
Jade May is empowering her readers
This author of spicy contemporary romance is bringing pleasure out of the shadows.
How to use dashes: a guide for authors
Get a handle on how to use en and em dashes in fiction and non-fiction books.
How to use hyphens correctly
Confused about how to use hyphens in sentences? Here’s my guide to hyphens, with plenty of tips and examples to help you out.
Christina Gustavson has a sixth sense
The Swedish crime novelist shares how her career in forensic psychiatry shapes her writing and offers tips for aspiring crime writers.