For Writers

Professional Services

Ian also offers Manuscript Assessment and Mentoring for writers.

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The Articles

Ian has written many articles on:

• The craft of storytelling
• The publishing industry and how it works for authors
• Book promotion
• Self-publishing

Some of Ian’s articles have been widely distributed, republished in abbreviated forms by various Australian and international writers’ centres, and used in university creative writing courses.

Check out the articles using the links below:

• 33 Ways to Create Inner Conflict
• 41 Ways to Create Suspense
• 55 Ways to Create Compelling Characters
• 60 Ways to Create and Heighten Conflict
• Article 1: Storytelling in One Page
• Books on Writing
• Format & Publish Ebooks
• How to Show Emotion
• Solve Story Problems
• The Truth About Publishing
• What Publishers Hate
• Writing Tips

Books on Writing