Transition words for writers include additional words (furthermore, in addition, in addition), antonyms (but nevertheless, on the contrary), causative words (therefore, therefore, thus) and consecutive words (later, meanwhile, later). The most useful transitions in fiction are time and space—they move…
Editor’s note (April 2026): This article is part of the Blog Herald’s editorial archives. Originally published in 2007, it has been revised and updated to ensure accuracy and relevance for today’s readers. There was a moment in the mid-2000s that…
To write a short story: start with a character who wants something they can’t easily get, put them in a situation that opens up conflict, go through a series of complexities, and reach a moment of irreversible change. Short stories…
Editor’s note (April 2026): This article is part of the Blog Herald’s editorial archives. Originally published in August 2005, it has been revised and updated to ensure accuracy and relevance for today’s readers. In August 2005, Google added a silent…
Editor’s note (April 2026): This article is part of the Blog Herald’s editorial archives. Originally published in April 2008, it has been revised and updated to ensure accuracy and relevance for today’s readers. In April 2008, the Movable Type community…
Editor’s note (April 2026): This article is part of the Blog Herald’s editorial archives. Originally published in 2005, it has been revised and updated to ensure accuracy and relevance for today’s readers. When Blog Herald first wrote about DIY blog…
Have you ever seen a creative person trying to stick to a morning routine? It’s like watching a cat try to swim. Sure, they can manage it for a day or two, but soon they’re back to their chaotic schedule,…
Editor’s note (April 2026): This article is part of the Blog Herald’s editorial archives. Originally published in January 2009, it has been revised and updated to ensure accuracy and relevance for today’s readers. In early 2009, a short email from…
Freelance writing is one of the most accessible ways to make an income as a writer, but knowing where to start, what to charge for, and how to find clients can make the difference between a side project and a…
Editor’s Note (April 2026): This article is part of the Blog Herald’s editorial archives. Originally published in 2004, it has been revised and updated to ensure accuracy and relevance for today’s readers. In 2004, a 16-year-old girl in a remote…
