A practical hands-on starter guide to develop and sharpen the craft of writing, while exploring the building blocks of constructing a novel, setting scenes, developing a character, and the elements of good story telling. Deep dive into the fundamentals of screenwriting, feature, and memoir writing. This book includes activities and exercises to hone your craft, propelling you on your writing journey.
Editor: Moira Cross
Available in Paperback & eBook
An updated Edition will be out in August 2026
Book One
Develop the Craft of Writing
"Great stories are not written by chance. They are shaped through imagination, practice and perseverance."
The first volume in the Writers' Book Series explores the foundations of effective storytelling. From developing compelling characters and believable worlds to strengthening structure, dialogue and narrative flow, the book encourages writers to build the practical skills that support creative confidence.
Rather than prescribing a single way to write, it invites readers to discover their own voice while understanding the principles that underpin successful storytelling. Every chapter encourages experimentation, reflection and continuous improvement, recognising that every writer develops at their own pace.
This book has the following sections:
Constructing a Novel
Screenwriting Fundamentals
Feature Writing
Memoirs
Poetry