General Writing

When it comes to writing fiction, plotting can be really tricky. Angela Booth has a simple – but effective – tip: Start with a Character!
The basic idea is to think of a character that you want to write about. Then, think of one major trait that that character possesses. As the story progresses, your character [...]

A quick search on Google with the question: Can Writing Be Taught? brings back several articles and posts about this topic. Obviously, there is much debate about whether or not writing is something one can learn or if it’s innate.
Some interesting articles on the subject include:

Can Writing Be Taught? by Diana Chang
Excerpt: “Writers are often [...]

Is it true that Creative Writing Students Are Wise Beyond Their Years? It’s an interesting thought, but I’m not sure if it simply applies to people who study creative writing formally. Or, if it includes people who study creative writing even outside the school setting.

How to Write Amazing Descriptions for Stories, Essays, Poems, and More.
Have you ever wondered why some stories, essays, poems, and other types of literature seem more interesting than others? Apart from following the rules of grammar, spelling, and other technical aspects of writing, one factor that makes a piece worth reading is the use of [...]