
Exploring Character vs Technology in Fiction
Ever since Karel Capek wrote the play R.U.R. in 1920 and coined the term “Robot”, the character vs. technology conflict has become a very popular

Beyond the Thunder: A Guide to Storm Symbolism in Literature
“It was a dark and stormy night…” Yep, something’s about to go wrong. As soon as your eyes land on words such as these while

Mastering Plot and Pacing in Young Adult Science Fiction
When writing Young Adult Science Fiction, you need a compelling plot that involves a protagonist’s journey toward a goal while overcoming obstacles. However, what if

Crossing the Threshold: Embracing Your Hero’s Journey
The hero, or heroine, of the story is key to its success. The quest or journey they are on propels the plot forward, taking the

Mastering Stream of Consciousness in Fiction
Stream of Consciousness might sound more like a reference to psychology, and it is, but it’s also a narrative device or writing style that tries

How to Use Repetition as a Literary Device
The repeated use of sounds, words, syllables, clauses and phrases, and ideas can be a really effective literary technique because our brains like patterns and

How to Craft Captivating Characters With Character Profiles
A captivating protagonist is essentially the most important part of your novel. How so? Well, look at it this way – if your protagonist feels

6 Elements of Flash Fiction: Writing Tips and Examples
Flash fiction, a genre that’s becoming increasingly popular among writers, is a wonderful way to express a magnitude of emotions and messages in very few

Literary Techniques: 10 Common Literary Devices You Should Know
What I find most beautiful about high-quality writing is that great authors don’t necessarily need to say it as it is in order to make

Character vs Society Conflict: Definitions and Examples
A character vs society conflict sounds a bit of a mouthful, but it’s not really. It’s basically when one or more people in the story