Resources

Why Writers Fall in Love With Their Characters
“They’re fictional. I know. And yet — I’d die for them.” Writers get it. Or maybe we don’t, and that’s why we’re so emotionally attached to people who exist solely in our heads. I’ve cried over my characters. I’ve argued with them, obsessed over them, rooted for them like they were my own chaotic children. And yes — I’ve had full-on crushes on them.
By Georgia5 months ago in Writers
Magical Creatures Without the Clichés
“If I see one more sassy talking cat or a dragon with daddy issues, I might scream.” Let’s be honest: magical creatures are part of what makes fantasy sparkle. They lift us out of the ordinary and into the wondrous. But all too often, they also fall into painfully predictable tropes. You know the ones. The wise old centaur. The rebellious fae prince. The brooding werewolf with a soft side. Yawn.
By Georgia5 months ago in Writers
Hanging out with Galatea
Publishing with Galatea? Let's talk. Galatea is the publishing division for Inkitt. That's a free writing site where you can post and read for free. If you've been there lately, it might be because you like reading books about alpha males, werewolf dudes that mate for life, or billionaires who fall in love with insignificant women and then shower them with riches like Aladdin's genie.
By Stephanie Van Orman5 months ago in Writers
Top 10 Trusted SEO Experts To Hire In Dubai. AI-Generated.
Dubai's digital landscape is evolving at lightning speed, and businesses need more than just a website to succeed online. In this competitive marketplace, Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has become the cornerstone of digital success, helping companies improve their search rankings, drive organic traffic, and generate qualified leads.
By Mukhtar Ahmed5 months ago in Writers
The Empty Chair
In a bustling town, there was a small café where an old man sat every morning at the same table by the window. Beside him was always an empty chair. People often wondered why he never let anyone sit there.
By Albert Elias6 months ago in Writers
Zipho Memela Shares why Blogging Still Beats Social Media for Building Real Wealth in 2025. Content Warning. AI-Generated.
Here’s a statistic that caught my attention recently: 600 million active blogs exist today, yet only 14% of bloggers create content longer than 2,000 words. This gap represents a massive opportunity for anyone serious about building sustainable online income.
By Kin Mancook6 months ago in Writers
Tips and Tricks for Vocal Media Writers
Every writer has a voice—but on Vocal, the challenge is making it heard. Your words deserve an audience; the secret lies in how you share them.
By Zakir Ullah6 months ago in Writers
Control Your Ego Or They Will Control You
Today, we will be discussing the ego, and in today's culture, every individual has a superego that is responsible for controlling their activities. Certain individuals imitate the superego and have the mistaken belief that they are gods; yet, they are really directed by competent persons.
By TheNaeth6 months ago in Writers
My book is out, what now?
Trying to get your book out into the world has to be one of the most challenging things I have come across. Honestly, I thought everything would be easy after my book was published. Being a writer is the easiest part when it comes to coming up with a story, typing it, doing the research yourself, and then just sending it off to the publicist.
By stephanie borges6 months ago in Writers
The Inked Empire: How Vogue Became Fashion’s Bible
The Inked Empire: How Vogue Became Fashion’s Bible From glossy covers to cultural authority — the story of a magazine that shaped beauty standards.
By waseem khan6 months ago in Writers
Trusting Your Gut in Writing Competitions
When entering writing competitions, your gut often knows the story better than you do. That's been my experience taking part in a few competitions outside of Vocal - and it's a lesson worth sharing.
By Paul Stewart6 months ago in Writers
The Lazy Gardener's Guide to a Thriving Backyard in 2025 . AI-Generated.
The Lazy Gardener's Guide to a Thriving Backyard in 2025 Find the best low maintenance garden ideas for 2025. The lazy gardener's guide to a thriving backyard shows you how to create a beautiful and thriving backyard without spending too much time or energy on it all. Utilizing smart planting, tools which save time, and sustainable hacks to facilitate a more passive approach.
By Zeeshan Haidar6 months ago in Writers