Big plot twists in horror writing tend to follow the beaten path: the victim turns out to be the killer, the person who we thought was dead isn’t really, or — worst of all — it was all in their head the whole time! But keep in mind that small, subtle plot twists can be just...
One of the keys to writing successful horror stories lies in understanding the psychology of terror. By delving into the depths of human fears, you can create gripping and immersive narratives that resonate with your audience on a primal level. This article will serve as your guide to the basi...
Well, the good news is that writing a book only requires you to have an idea, and the rest would fall in place. In this article, I have combined a few tips that will help you in your journey of writing a horror book. Start from an idea and your fear One of the main characteristic...
What makes a good scary story? Here’s a few pointers on how to write a scary story to start you off in the right direction.
If you think writing a good monster horror is a walk in the park, you've got it wrong. Writing cheesy and cliché monster horror can be easy, but if you want your monster to stand out from the existing pool of creatures, then you're going to need to take on a unique perspective. ...
How do you start a story? You might have heard that you need to start with a bang, that you need to hook the reader with deep conflict in the first few pages. But what does that actually mean? The answer is the inciting incident, one of the six structural elements of plot used to...
Tip 1: Start with an Idea that Excites You If you’re not excited about your story idea, no one else will be, either. Besides, it’s much easier to write a good story if you’re passionate about your story ideas. The story writing process often takes several months or even several ...
We want to keep our readers guessing, which in turn, creates suspense. So, how do we create these moments and make them valuable? First, start with the plot.Plotis the logical sequence of events that form a story. When writing your story, ask yourself: What story are you trying to tel...
How to Start Decide the subject matter of your poem. It's a horror poem, but there are many different spooky subjects you can write about in this genre. Decide whether you want to tell a story or just express a simple fear. Think about how you can use metaphor, symbolism and ...
How to Make Your Writing Suspenseful Victoria Smith What makes a good horror story? Sure, you could throw in some hideous monsters, fountains of blood, and things jumping out from every corner, but as classic horror author H.P. Lovecaf...