Five Tropes to Avoid by Laurel Osterkamp
Laurel Osterkamp talks about which tropes to avoid if you want to write an engaging novel that empowers the characters you write about.
Laurel Osterkamp talks about which tropes to avoid if you want to write an engaging novel that empowers the characters you write about.
Andrea Reider shares a story of being a consultant, keeping the job. But how was focusing on staying freelance going to help her? Find out!
Kirsten McNeill shares insight on the forces of transformation & empowerment. Let your sunflower shine and transform your writer self!
Ever dreamed about writing in the woods? Just can’t find the funds? Catherine Bramkamp shares her ideas for a cheap, DIY writing retreat.
Are you stuck writing romantic subplot pitfalls? Gala Russ shares 3 common examples and what to do about them when they happen. Be prepared!
Are you behind on your TBR pile? LA Bourgeois shares her methods on how to finish reading a book while staying interested and engaged.
Lawyer Kelley Way shares some common myths about publishing contracts to help prepare against signing something you’re unsure of.
Laurel Osterkamp shares the many ways one can use backstories for suspense by using examples from real authors who have done so effectively.
Andrea Rider shares her story about staying freelance when other options called out, an excerpt from her book “Staying Freelance.”
Kirsten McNeill shares tips for success while maintaining authenticity & acceptance of your writing, your career, and your audience.
Catherine Bramkamp makes a case in journals vs. photographs. A journal captures many sensory details, can a photograph really do the job?
Our friend LA Bourgeois shares some tips on setting goals, like writing effective lists and playing around while you do it!
Kelley Way shares her top blog articles for 2024, one stop shop for the best legal advice of this year. 20 posts gathered special for you.
Laurel Osterkamp shares the beauty of using fatal flaws in a rom-com. Fatal flaws create compelling conflict, even in a light hearted story.
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