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Writer Resources: Unleash Your Inner Wordsmith
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items These are all resources I have used and loved. Please feel free to ask me any questions. * I could receive commission if you purchase from any of my links. *
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How To Write - Structure
How To Write - Details
Writing
Editing
Creating Art
My Office Set Up
How To Write - Structure
Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book On Novel Writing You'll Ever Need
Save the Cat! Writes a Young Adult Novel: The Ultimate Guide to Writing a YA Bestseller
Story Genius: How to Use Brain Science to Go Beyond Outlining and Write a Riveting Novel (Before You Waste Three Years Writing 327 Pages That Go Nowhere)
Romancing the Beat: Story Structure for Romance Novels (How to Write Kissing Books)
Wired For Story by Lisa Cron: the BEST explanation on the brain science behind a well-told story. Highly recommend for every writer out there!
Wired for Story: The Writer's Guide to Using Brain Science to Hook Readers from the Very First Sentence
How To Write - Details
The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Expression (Second Edition) (Writers Helping Writers Series)
The Conflict Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Obstacles, Adversaries, and Inner Struggles (Volume 1) (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 8)
The Conflict Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Obstacles, Adversaries, and Inner Struggles (Volume 2) (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 9)
The Emotional Wound Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Psychological Trauma (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 6)
The Negative Trait Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Flaws (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 2)
The Positive Trait Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Attributes (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 3)
The Urban Setting Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to City Spaces (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 5)
The Rural Setting Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Personal and Natural Places (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 4)
The Occupation Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Jobs, Vocations, and Careers (Writers Helping Writers Series Book 7)
Writing
This is the best writing software hands down! I love that I can organize all my thoughts and words with no issue. There is a slight learning curve but I am obsessed with its customizability.
Scrivener
Scrivener Tutorials ✏️
This app is amazing for world building whether you are a writer like me, a game creator, world builders and so much more. I love this app so much when keeping things organized with my stories.
Campfire - Where Stories Come to Life
I use microsoft when editing with my editor because we can easily send the document back and forth!
Microsoft 365 Personal
Editing
Meet Hina!! She is my editor and I fucking love her. She is the most patient and helpful person on the planet in helping my novel come to life!!! If you need an editor she is your girl!
Hina 🧝🏽♀️Editor | Reader
I love this program so much especially as a writer. I used to use grammarly but pro writing aid is made for creative writers. It understands styles and more for writers!
ProWritingAid: The AI-Powered Writing Assistant
Hemingway Editor is my favorite free app for catching passive voice, adverbs, hard-to-read sentences, and more!
Hemingway Editor
Best pencils hands down, because they don't break or sharpen weird. In black like my soul 😆
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, 2 HB Soft, Black, 24 Count
Best pens in the entire world and I will not argue on that fact.
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ballpoint Ink Pens, Medium Point (1.0mm), Black Pens, Flexible Round Barrel For Writing Comfort, 144-Count
I love these pens for journaling or editing my novel!
Mr. Pen- Black Fineliner Pens, 12 Pack, Black fine point pens, Pens Fine Point, Fine Liners Artists, Fineliners Pens, School Supplies, Art Pens, Writing Pens, Fine Tip Markers, Bible Journaling Pens
I find these to be the best highlighters when editing because they don't bleed or smudge!!
BIC Brite Liner Grip Highlighters, Chisel Tip (1.6mm), Assorted Pastel and Fluorescent, For Broad Highlighting & Fine Underlining, 12-Count
Great for editing however I do find they bleed a little.
party greeting 12 Pcs Pastel Highlighters Bible Highlighters and Pens no Bleed Cute Markers Assorted Colors Highlighters Aesthetic Stuff for Bible Study Classoom School Supplies（Cute）
I love the super fine tip for when I need to be super precise or write very small when editing.
VICO Gel Pens, 5pcs 0.5mm Quick Dry Black Ink Pens, Fine Point Smooth Writing Pens, High-End Pens for Journaling Note Taking, Aesthetic Pens Office School Supplies Gifts for Women
These are perfect for tabbing good pages in books or best when I am editing my own novel. I can color code what needs to be done on those pages.
ELII 1200pcs Page Markers,Morandi Sticky Note Tabs Colored Writable and Repositionable Book Flags Tabs Strip Index Tabs,Page Tabs
The amount of post it notes I use to right down character, world building or novel ideas in general should be a crime.
(8 Pack) Sticky Notes 3 x 3 in, Pastel Colorful Super Sticking Power Memo Post Stickies Square Sticky Notes for Office, Home, School, Meeting, 83 Sheets/pad
Creating Art
I love canva and use it for everything
Canva for Content Creation
I use procreate on my ipad to create character art and edit my book cover!
Procreate® – Sketch, Paint, Create.
I personally use Creative Cloud All Apps to create book covers, character art and whatever type of art I'm feeling at any given moment.
Creative Cloud pricing and membership business plans | Adobe Creative Cloud
My Office Set Up
My current desk is no longer available but this is basically the same thing. I have to have a desk because I type a lot
UpWiew Wooden Writing Desk with Drawers and USB Charging Ports, Small Computer Desk with Storage, 47 Inch Modern Writing Desk for Home and Office
I love my chair so much and I sit like a stupid in my chair. I do add a cushion to the bottom because I like the extra cushion for my feet.
Guyou Barrel Home Office Desk Chair with Wood Base, Upholstered Ergonomic Accent Arm Chair with Luxurious Nailheads and Pleated Mid-Back for Home Studio Bedroom Vanity, Green in Faux Leather
My office is inside of my closet that doesn't have any heating, air or windows and on the second floor of my home so needless to say it can get hot in here. Plus running a gaming computer can get hot af. This little fan does the work and is so quiet....
Honeywell QuietSet Oscillating Electric Tower Stand Fan 40”, Powerful and Quiet 5-Speeds with Remote Control, White - HYF260W (Renewed)
This is such a life saver because it sits next to my desk and holds my pc which is a beast, I can also keep all my candles organized and so much more.
Unikito Lateral File Cabinet, Locking Office Filing Cabinets with Outlet and USB Charging Ports, Modern Rolling Printer Stand with Storage for A4, Letter Size and File Folders, Black and Rustic Brown
Must have by the desk otherwise my coffee would always be cold!
Mr. Coffee Mug Warmer for Coffee and Tea, Portable Cup Warmer for Travel, Office Desks, and Home, Black | Gifts for Teachers
Not only is this blanket storage for my office it also give me room to move my legs around while sitting.
SONGMICS 15 Inches Cube Storage Ottoman, Bedroom Bench with Storage, Foot Stool with Feet, Holds Up to 660 lb, Dark Gray ULSF14GYZ
My office is in my closet, in a corner so this light is perfect for lighting up my desk are so I can see when editing.
PARTPHONER Industrial Floor Lamp Adjustable, Rustic Farmhouse Reading Lamp in Aged Black Finish, Modern Standing Lamp with Remote Control Metal Shade for Living Room Bedroom Study Room Office Hotel
These curtains are beautiful and just add a vibe to my closet office!
H.VERSAILTEX 100% Blackout Curtains 84 inch Length 2 Panels Set Cattleya Floral Printed Drapes Leah Floral Thermal Curtains for Bedroom with Black Liner Sound Proof Curtains, Grey and Olive
SEJISHI Gaming PC AMD Ryzen 5 5500 3.6GHz to 4.2GHz, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060s,16GB(8G*2) DDR4 3200MHz,NVME M.2 1TB SSD,600W,Win 11 Ready, Gaming Desktop Computer (R5 5500 | RTX 2060s)
MSI Full HD Non-Glare 1ms 1920 x 1080 144Hz Refresh Rate USB/DP/HDMI Smart Headset Hanger Free Sync 24”Gaming Curved Monitor (Optix MAG241C) - Black
Just what I needed to hold up my monitor and be able to move it around. The extra USB ports have also been so handy!!
Joy Seeker Single Monitor Arm with USB, Fully Adjustable Monitor Desk Mount, Heavy Duty Gas Spring Computer Monitor Mount for 13 to 32 Inch Holds 19.8lbs Screen with Clamp and Grommet Base, Black
I will swear up and down about my MacBook. I will never use another laptop ever because my MacBook is the freaking best!!
16-inch MacBook Pro - Space Black
A case is a must have for my computer when I have littles. I'm obsessed with trees and this was a perfect all in one kit. It has plugs for the ports and a screen protector as well!
DONGKE Compatible with M3 MacBook Pro 16 Inch Case 2023 2021 A2991 M2 A2780 M1 A2485 Pro/Max Chip, Plastic Hard Shell Case & Keyboard Cover for Mac Pro 16 with Touch ID, Forest
My iPad is used for my digotal planning, drawing and so much more. I also have a keyboard to make life easier on the go. As a writewr I need to have everything ready to go when inpiration strikes.
12.9-inch iPad Pro Wi-Fi 256GB - Space Gray
I love this case so much because its simple, not clunky and so versatile!
iMieet New iPad Pro 12.9 Case 2022(6th Gen)/2021(5th Gen) with Pencil Holder [Support iPad 2nd Pencil Charging/Pair],Trifold Stand Smart Case with Soft TPU Back,Auto Wake/Sleep(New Midnight Green)
This is perfect for my drawing because it feels like I'm drawing on paper than a glass screen.
KCT 2 Pack Paperfeel Screen Protector Compatible with iPad Pro 12.9 (2022 & 2021 & 2020 & 2018 Models), Matte PET Film for Drawing No Glare and Paperfeel with Easy Installation Kit
This is a must for my IPad because I do digital planning as well as drawing so a pen was a must have!
Apple Pencil (2nd Generation): Pixel-Perfect Precision and Industry-Leading Low Latency, Perfect for Note-Taking, Drawing, and Signing documents. Attaches, Charges, and Pairs magnetically.
I love the typewriter clicky clack feels of my keyboard. When I am working on my novel or other projects it is by far my favorite keyboard. Plus the colors are pretty!!
HUO JI E-Yooso Z-88 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Wired Typewriter Style with Programmable RGB Backlit Clicky Blue Switches Retro Round Keycap Metal Panel for Mac/PC, White
I love this mouse because its speed is amazing, its small for my hands and the colors are so pretty!! Also good for gaming!
Logitech G705 Wireless Gaming Mouse, Customizable LIGHTSYNC RGB Lighting, Lightspeed Wireless, Bluetooth Connectivity, Lightweight, PC/Mac/Laptop - White Mist
Large enough that it covers most of mt desk. I love it!
ETZ Large Gaming Mouse Pad,31.5 x 11.8 × 0.12 in with Stitched Edges,Extended Mousepad,Durable Non-Slip Natural Rubber Base,Washable Keyboard Pad,Desk Pad for Gamer,Office & Home,Black
With how much I am typing these are a god send.
JIKIOU Upgrade Leather Cloud Keyboard Wrist Rest, Cloud Wrist Rest with Non-Slip PU Base, Comfortable Memory Foam Wrist Rest for Computer Laptop Mac Gaming Office and Pain Relief Christmas Wish Gift
Headphones are a must because not only do I need them for work, I'm also just a little bit of a gamer. Also the colors make me happy.
Logitech G733 LIGHTSPEED Wireless Gaming Headset with suspension headband, LIGHTSYNC RGB, Blue VO!CE mic technology and PRO-G audio drivers - White
Best computer cam hands down. The mic and video quality are amazing and perfect for all the courses I create.
Logitech Brio 4K Webcam, Ultra 4K HD Video Calling, Noise-Canceling mic, HD Auto Light Correction, Wide Field of View, Works with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Voice, PC/Mac/Laptop/Macbook/Tablet
With the amount of tech I have plugged in this is an absolute must!!
Power Strip with 8 Ft, YINTAR Surge Protector with 10 Outlets and 4 USB Ports, 8 Feet Flat Plug Extension Cord (1875W/15A) for for Home, Office, Dorm Essentials, 2100 Joules, ETL Listed, - Black
Logitech S150 USB Speakers with Digital Sound
I use this for when I am working on my book covers on my PC. works great when I use photoshop and other softwares.
Deco 01 V2
I cannot do disorganized! These help keep all my writing and editing tools perfectly organized inside of my desk!
SMARTAKE 22-Piece Drawer Organizer with Non-Slip Silicone Pads, 4-Size Clear Desk Drawer Organizer Trays Storage Tray for Makeup, Jewelries, Utensils in Bedroom Dresser, Office and Kitchen, Clear
The only form of planning I have that isn't digital and I would die without this. I love the lines so I can write in a straight line.
2024 Desk Calendar - 2024 Calendar, Mar 2024 - Dec 2024, 10 Monthly Large Desk Calendar 22‘’ x 17'', Large Ruled Blocks, Corner Protectors, Notes Section, Cutting Lines - Potted Plants
I like this one because I can do a ton of paper at one time. I have no patience or time to do stacks of 6!
Swingline 3 Hole Punch, 20 Sheet Capacity Three Hole Puncher 3 Ring, Paper Punch, SmartTouch Low Effort, Black & Silver (74133)
If it's not X-Acto its trash. I said what I said!
X-ACTO Pencil Sharpener, SchoolPro Electric Pencil Sharpener, Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener for School, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Perfect Addition to Homeschooling Supplies, Black
With how much I print this is hands down the best printer I have ever used. The ink lasts forever
Epson EcoTank ET-4800 Wireless All-in-One Cartridge-Free Supertank Printer with Scanner, Copier, Fax, ADF and Ethernet – Ideal-for Your Home Office, White
Works best for worksheets and not important work!
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 20 Pound, White, 96 Brightness, 8.5 x 11 Inch, 1 Ream , 500 Sheets Total
Works best for worksheets and not important work! Bulk Edition!!
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5" x 11", 20 lb, 8 Reams, 4000 Sheets, 92 Bright, White
I had a gremlin chew on my apple pen and these are a fun and amazing replacement. I don't see the difference between apple tip and this one.
AWINNER Pen Tip Compatible with Apple Pencil Tips 1st & 2nd Generation Color Nib (Red/Yellow/Purple/Pink/Cyan)
YouTube Authors
Here are a few of my favorite Authors on youtube that can help teach the writing process if you are new.
Abbie is quite literally the best and is so through with all of her videos!
Abbie Emmons
This playlist is perfect for new writers to understand all the important parts of writing a novel! This saved my sanity more times than I can count!
New Writers: Start Here
Outlining A Novel
How To Write A Novel with the 3 Act Story Structure
Writing Romance
Bethany is a mama and writer like me and I love watching her journey.
Bethany Atazadeh - YA Fantasy Author
Here's a different take on the 3 act story structure
how I OUTLINE my books using Save the Cat Story Beats + the 3 Act Story Structure Novel Outline
Just Follow her, she's a no BS type!
Writing with Jenna Moreci
The Best Writing Advice from Successful Authors