If you’ve ever taken a look at your book shelf and recognized a lot of common character arcs, plot devices, and recurring themes, congrats you have a type. Or rather, you have a favorite trope. Maybe several.

When life gets overwhelming it can be hard to sit down and focus your attention on writing. Try these five simple tips to call in your attention and get the words flowing.

Your voice is unique to you. Finding your voice can take some time while you experiment and view your writing through a more aware focus to determine what your distinct voice is.

Need to work on your writing time management? Come read some writing tips that will help you make the most of your time and get more writing done.

Whether you’re reading with neighbors or friends on the other side of the world, a virtual book club is an easy way to discuss stories without the extra hurdles of time and distance

If you want to write authentic and captivating dialogue that doesn't sound like actors in an employee safety video, consider these tips as you write. 

There have always been those who write by planning and those that write on a whim, when it comes to symbolism, it’s much the same. However, what’s interesting is the deeper symbolic elements that come up unplanned in a story. Many authors are surprised to find the connections and deeper meaning their readers pull out of a story.

It’s easy to find reasons not to write. StoryForge is all about taking the often isolating practice of writing and sharing your experience (the triumphs and the challenges) with the community. We’re here to support you through every step of your writing journey. Today let’s take a look at five writer myths that are holding you back. 

Let’s look at some common types of feedback and how to tackle updates. 

Red Herrings are a great way to keep readers guessing. A type of foreshadowing, they're pieces that are meant to mislead your reader into expecting a different outcome.