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Read stories from our experts and community, and find out more about the world of writing in our exclusive interviews with authors, agents, publishers, editors, and screenwriters.

Write Advice: Sarah Hilary on developing character and plot

Sarah Hilary answers questions on how to develop character and plot.

Write Advice: author Paul Kingsnorth talks about his book, The Wake

Paul Kingsnorth explains how publishing in a less-than-traditional way affected the reception of The Wake.

10 top tips for crime writers

Tips for aspiring crime novelists, to help you turn your ideas into a compelling mystery.

How to get your short fiction seen

How can you decide where to submit your short fiction?

Write Advice: Ed Wilson talks about agents and publicity

Ed Wilson talks about synopses, what agents look for and the editorial help you can expect from them.

How to get your documentary story straight

Peter Dale recalls a time when perfecting structure proved essential.

Write page-turning crime fiction: six tips for suspense

Award-winning crime writer and guest tutor Sarah Hilary shares her tips on writing suspense.

The rise of short fiction: storytelling for the digital generation

We explain how many novelists develop their skills by writing short fiction.

Four ways storytelling helps you and your business

Kris Evans explains how storytelling can improve your business inside and out.

How therapeutic writing can help improve mental health

Carol Ross explains the benefits of therapeutic writing workshops.

The therapeutic benefits of walking and writing

Victoria Field explains the benefits of combining writing and walking.

Why we love crime fiction

Mo Harber-Lamond explores the development of crime fiction, and why we get so much enjoyment from reading about criminals, murders and the solving of mysteries.