Add a Goblin: A Writing Exercise by LA Bourgeois
LA Bourgeois discusses a common problem for writers and how to fix it: Have a scene or character that’s feeling stale? Add a goblin! Your own little agent of chaos will help show you your story.
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Descriptive Writing: Painting with Words by Keri Kruspe
Descriptive writing is necessary for any author to use, painting clear pictures in the minds of readers. Keri Kruspe goes into the details to teach us how to use descriptive writing effectively.
Writing Short Stories Can Make Your Novel Better by Thao Nguyen
Novels are huge undertakings, and can be daunting to practice. Thao Nguyen teaches us how important skills for novel writing can actually be honed much quicker with short stories.
Writer’s Block: Myth or The Real Deal? How to Defeat It by Janelle Riley
Most writers experience writer’s block. And while it may feel like it’s all in your head, there are some real ways to discourage it from mucking up your writer’s life, so you can get back to what you love.
When to Stop Writing by Catharine Bramkamp
When writing a book it’s easy to get carried away and want to share all the stories, all the things, but there is a time to stop writing and get ready to release your book into the world. Learn when with author and teacher Catharine Bramkamp.
Camp, S’mores, and Word Counts? I’m in! by Ann Woodford
Want to increase your word counts for your stories? Then join us for Camp Nanowrimo. Here’s how…
The top 5 zero to hero writing tips from a grown up Eagle Scout
Enjoy these writing tips… The top 5 zero to hero writing tips from a grown up Eagle Scout… *** “Just try to shoot for the moon every day (but whatever you can do is...
6 Steps to Editing Your Novel: An Unconventional Guide by Keri Kruspe
Every novelist needs to edit their novel. Here are 6 steps to editing your novel, an unconventional guide by sci-fi romance novelist, Keri Kruspe.
Journal Your Way to a Better Book by Catharine Bramkamp
If you’re stuck on your novel, use journal writing to explore all the questions and trouble spots in a safe place. You may be surprised at the result.
7 Clues to Good Fiction Writing by Kay Keppler
Enjoy these 7 clues from mystery writing that can enhance any type of fiction.
5 Ways to Help Your Readers Fall in Love with Your Villain by Keri Kruspe
Discover 5 ways to rise above cliched and melodramatic villains in your novels to create memorable antagonists your readers can fall in love with in this article by scifi romance author, Keri Kruspe.
Trademark FAQ by Kelley Way
Get your trademark questions answered by literary and estate lawyer, Kelley Way, in this FAQ. She’s also a novelist!
Mind Mapping for Novelists: Driving on the Road Not Taken by Catharine Bramkamp
Use mind mapping to discover your characters’ road not taken and add depth to your fiction. And your life. From writing coach and author of Writing from the Queen’s Seat: Discover and Write From Your Authentic Authority, Catharine Bramkamp.
Diversity in Writing: Ways to be More Inclusive in Literature by Thao Nguyen
Though it may be difficult to approach diversity as a writer, especially when you may not have experienced those circumstances or been underrepresented in those specific ways, but what are books if not a medium through which we can better empathize with others? Uncover ways you can bring diversity to your writing.
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