Why I wrote STEM in children’s fiction Science is essential to how we understand the world – yet scepticism toward science isn’t an uncommon thing to see in the media, …
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The story pacing is really important if you want to keep a reader engaged. Especially if it’s a long story because that means you have to keep them engaged for …
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A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin follows Ged, a boy who becomes a wizard. Ged’s journey, however, is ‘not only to learn to be a wizard, but …
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The Shining by Stephen King is recognised as one of the best horror stories of all time. A family stranded in a hotel during winter, and the curious and unexplainable …
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I’m currently taking a class called Writing for Videogames. I’m learning about different forms of interactive fiction and how the player can influence narrative in games. I enjoy studying games …
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Plot or characters are always mentioned as the most important parts of writing a story, but tension is equally important. Tension is what will keep your reader reading. Your characters …
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Coming up with story ideas is a different process for everyone. There’s no one way to be creative. Depending on the genre writers can find inspiration anywhere or everywhere. I …