Richie BillingThe Best Fantasy Novel Writing Classes Online Right NowNowadays, there are lots of fantasy novel writing classes online. But it’s tough to know which one is the best for you and the stage you’re…Jan 20Jan 20
Richie BillinginWriters Guild9 Invaluable Tools for WritersFrom spelling, grammar and prose to finding publishers and making maps, there’s a ripe bunch of resources out there designed to make the…Jul 31, 2019Jul 31, 2019
Richie BillinginWriters GuildA Swift Guide to Cover LettersThe task of writing a cover letter can sometimes feel tougher than writing the actual story. Luckily, guidance is plentiful…Jul 24, 20191Jul 24, 20191
Richie BillinginWriters GuildKnowing When to Re-WriteI had a sickening moment not long ago.Jul 14, 2019Jul 14, 2019
Richie BillinginThe Writing CooperativeThe Wheels of ChangeEverything in this world of ours changes, and so must our fictional characters.Jun 9, 2019Jun 9, 2019
Richie BillinginThe Writing CooperativeGetting To Grips With Passive VoiceA crashcourse on this oft-discussed writing ‘rule’.Dec 18, 2018Dec 18, 2018
Richie BillinginThe Writing CooperativeThe Most Hated Writing ‘Rules’ — The ResultsA couple of weeks ago I began a bit of research in response to the backlash against the ‘10 writing rules for novelists’ by writer Jonathan…Dec 4, 2018Dec 4, 2018
Richie BillinginThe Writing CooperativeCharacter PlottingI’m a bit of a planner when it comes to writing. I need a framework, something to help keep my eye on the end game. Before I begin any…Nov 9, 2018Nov 9, 2018
Richie BillinginThe Writing CooperativeInvaluable Writing AdviceNot long ago I put together a post sharing some invaluable writing advice offered by award-winning novelist, Colum McCann in his book…Jul 5, 2018Jul 5, 2018
Richie BillinginThe Writing CooperativeAn Approach to EditingI’ve recently begun the process of editing the hideous mess that is my work in progress. I soon became ensnared by problems like Frodo in…May 16, 2018May 16, 2018
