What secret is your character keeping? Why are they safeguarding it? What’s at stake if it’s discovered? Does it need to come out at some point, or should it remain hidden? This is some of the important information you need to know about your character’s secrets—and they will have secrets, because everyone does. They’re thorny […] The post Character Secret Thesaurus Entry: Pursuing a Personal Goal appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

By Eleanor Hecks Many writers are all too familiar with rejection. You pour your heart and soul into a piece, imagining how it might sound to readers, only to face the crushing reality of a “no” in response. For writers, the publishing world can feel like an endless uphill battle paved with setbacks and self-doubt. […] The post How Writers Can Stay Hopeful in a Tough Publishing Climate appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

AI is reshaping the book industry, and writers are polarized; some have integrated AI into their writing process while others refuse to. No matter which camp you align with I’m sure you share a growing concern: creatives are not the only ones publishing books. Thanks to AI tools, anyone with a keyboard can slap something […] The post How to Leverage Humanity to Outshine AI Books appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

Writing intense scenes can be one of the most exciting parts of storytelling. Whether it’s a gripping fight, a romantic encounter that leaves hearts racing, or an emotional moment that hits readers hard, these scenes pull readers in and keep them hooked. But creating truly intense moments takes more than just throwing in action or […] The post How to Write Intense Scenes That Captivate Readers appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

It’s not easy finding new readers these days. The secret to drawing just the right readers your way might be finding your niche. A niche isn’t just your genre—it’s the unique angle, theme, or audience focus that makes your writing distinct. It sets you apart and makes marketing feel natural rather than awkward. Here’s why […] The post How to Find Your Writing Niche and Connect with the Right Readers appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

What secret is your character keeping? Why are they safeguarding it? What’s at stake if it’s discovered? Does it need to come out at some point, or should it remain hidden? This is some of the important information you need to know about your character’s secrets—and they will have secrets, because everyone does. They’re thorny […] The post Character Secret Thesaurus Entry: Knowing About a Cover-Up appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

It’s not easy finding new readers these days. The secret to drawing just the right readers your way might be finding your niche. A niche isn’t just your genre—it’s the unique angle, theme, or audience focus that makes your writing distinct. It sets you apart and makes marketing feel natural rather than awkward. Here’s why […] The post How to Find Your Writing Niche and Connect with the Right Readers appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

While shallow stories can be enjoyable, we often strive to add depth to our storytelling. Deeper stories can “say” more to readers, evoking more emotions and leaving a bigger impression. We have many options for how we can deepen our stories, from creating layered characters or heartrending emotional journeys to exploring complex dilemmas. But a […] The post Deepening a Story with Thematic Echoes appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

Welcome to 2025…and say hello to a brand new Writers Helping Writers® bookstore! Like many other authors, Becca and I have switched to a Shopify storefront so we can provide a better experience for everyone wanting to buy direct. We’re excited to launch this store, both for the flexibility to eventually branch out with our […] The post Meet Our New Bookstore (& Save 50% off a Thesaurus!) appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more

Angela, Becca and I hope you’re having an amazing holiday season full of family, friends, good food and special memories. We are so grateful for your visits, kind words of support, and trust in us. We love serving the writing community through this blog, One Stop for Writers, books, and teaching. We’re tucking Writers Helping Writers in […] The post Happy Holidays – Some Gifts for You appeared first on WRITERS HELPING WRITERS ..read more