Life in Berk has changed dramatically since the dragons moved in, but things are not as peaceful as they might appear. With fires, food shortages and dragon dung all over the village, it is up to Hiccup and his friends to bring the wild dragons under their control. They have until Thor's feast to complete their mission, or risk having dragons kicked out of Berk for good!

A collection of pieces on writing, editing, publishing, Wattpad life, and online writing culture.

In May 2013, as part of Bundaberg Writefest I attended a masterclass with Deonie Fiford, former commissioning editor at Harper Collins. This is all about what I learned about what Publishers want and how to stop getting endless rejection letters.

I'll show you how to improve your story with just a few tips and exercises. Writing a novel can be confusing, especially if you're new to it. Even if you're a pro at writing, it still helps to be refreshed. This is my way to help you. Hopefully it WILL help in your journey as a writer, and if you have questions, please ask me. I'll address topics such as: ~The five senses ~Believable characters ~Improving first drafts ~Plot twists ~Dialogue ~Descriptions ...And much more. Oh, and one more thing before you begin reading. I know there are a lot of chapters, and a ton of content, but don't overwhelm yourself! Try starting off with a couple topics you know you could improve on, work on those, and then read a couple more. If you read all of these chapters at once it may be a bit too much to take on! So take your writing journey as slow as you need, and work on it one step at a time.

THANK YOU EVERYONE for reading this sample of Paper Hearts! Due to popular demand, I've turned this into an actual book, which you can buy from all major online retailers. AND it's actually three books: a volume on writing, one on publishing, and another on marketing. More information: bethrevis.com/books Buy the books signed: malaprops.com Buy the books online: http://astore.amazon.com/autbetrev-20

The introduction and first three chapters of 101 Creative Writing Exercises is available on Wattpad. This is the first of three books in the Adventures in Writing Series. Learn more at WritingForward.com. 101 Creative Writing Exercises takes you on an adventure through the world of creative writing. Packed with fun and practical tools, techniques, and writing ideas, this book will motivate and inspire you: - Explore different forms and genres by writing fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction. - Discover effective writing strategies and expand your writing skills. - Create writing projects that you can submit or publish. You’ll learn a lot by simply reading through these exercises, which impart literary and storytelling devices that broaden your knowledge on the craft of writing. The result? You’ll produce better writing. Each chapter focuses on a different form or writing concept: freewriting, journaling, memoirs, fiction and storytelling, form poetry and free verse, article and blog writing, characters, and dialogue. By experimenting with different forms and genres, you’ll become a more seasoned writer. These exercises also offer practical and creative idea-starters for project that you can develop and eventually publish. Ideal for new and experienced writers alike, this collection of creative writing exercises will enlighten and inspire you with exciting new ideas.

Essays on Writing is a collection of thoughts I come across during my writing journey. They cover topics such as grammar, editing, writing, publishing and very often character and story development within the expectations of genre or society.

Tips for writers from Hugh Howey, as shared on his blog.

Coming up with five adjectives to describe your character barely scratches the surface. In order to make your character figuratively come alive, you'll need to know them better than they know themselves. The exercises in this book will make you think about your characters in ways you never have before.

Jumpstart your writing by taking it to the cafe! How do you pick a cafe in which to write, which tools should you use, should you bring a friend along: I'll answer these questions and give you more to think about.