OH NO! My Novel is Loose in the Universe…by Keri Kruspe
OH NO! My novel is loose in the universe. Well, I did it. I launched my debut novel in October of 2018. Softly…slowly and with little fanfare.
Category: Writing Tips
Lift Your Story with Character Archetypes by Kay Keppler
Some books are easier to write than others. Some stories “write themselves,” while others seem uninspired. Lift Your Story with Character Archetypes.
How to Develop a Thick Skin by Debb Stanton
I’d define the term “thick skin” as, “Confidence in one’s own abilities; a person’s ability to withstand arrows and barbs thrown at them; the ability to not take everything personally.”
Now What? (As If I Didn’t Know) by Nevada McPherson
I had a storyline but didn’t know exactly where my some of my new material would fit in so I just typed!
What is Transformative Journaling and Why is it Different from Regular Journaling? by Catharine Bramkamp
Transformative Journaling – the idea of writing straight from your sub conscious, circumventing the conscious, editorial section of your brain can uncover and express greater truths and insights.
Apps to Keep Your Writing on Track by Vanessa Kier
One of the best ways to stay motivated as a writer is to track your progress. One of the advantage of using an app is that some of them offer pretty graphs or charts.
Plan Your Novel Like A Pro: And Have Fun Doing It!
Ezra and I are so excited to announce our latest book for fiction writers. Enjoy this excerpt from the introduction. If you’re so moved, please share with your friends and fellow writers. Thanks! ***...
The ID of Promoting Oneself: The Strange and Confusing Road to Getting Published Part 4 by Keri Kruspe
I don’t know about you but promoting and marketing (in the words of my generation) is not my thing. All I want to do is write! Waah….
Brainstorming Techniques During NaNoWriMo So You Can Get Back to Your Novel by Beth Barany
You’ve started your novel with NaNoWriMo. Hurrah and congrats! But maybe on some days you lose your focus and don’t know what to write next. If you haven’t planned your novel ahead of time,...
Find Your Character’s Tipping Point by Kay Keppler
Have you ever changed your mind about something substantial? If you ever shifted your opinion, why did you? And how did that decision shift your world view or how you lived your life?
It’s All in the Journey by Nevada McPherson
This week I’ve been discussing story structure with my classes and it started me thinking about how the steps of the Hero’s Journey might look if I were to try and trace those steps through my own life.
The Journey is the Story by Catharine Bramkamp
Let’s welcome back Catharine Bramkamp as she shares with us “The Journey is the Story.” Enjoy! While teaching Scene and Plot Boot Camp with CS Lakin…
To Be (wide) or Not to Be (wide)…That is the Question by Keri Kruspe
The third in a series on the Strange and Confusing Road to Getting Published series by Keri Kruspe: “To Be (wide) or Not to Be (wide)…That is the Question.” Enjoy!
Writer’s Fun Zone Readers, I Need Your Help!
I’d love your input on what topics to cover on Writer’s Fun Zone. Post in the comments and let me know. To help you, here’s a list of topics I’ve covered:
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