Mastering Banter for Dynamic Character Relationships by Laurel Osterkamp
Laurel Osterkamp shares tips for mastering banter for dynamic character relationships. Add depth and fun to your character’s interactions!
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Character Building Methods Part 2: Appearance by Fallon Clark
Here’s another round of character building methods by Fallon Clark, this time all about appearances and how that conveys emotion.
Why Plan for NaNoWriMo by Jasper Ezekiel and Beth Barany
This post is about Why Plan for NaNoWriMo written by Jasper Ezekiel, with an introduction by Beth Barany. Edited by Beth Barany. *** It’s been an emotional time for me. Hard to say exactly...
Character Building Methods Part 1 – Dialogue by Fallon Clark
The source of fiction’s power is its strong characters. Use dialogue as a method of character building to strengthen your characters by editor, Fallon Clark.
How to Write Flash Fiction by Catharine Bramkamp
Flash fiction is a great way to show off your skill on social media, here are some easy tips and tricks on how to perfect the art.
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.
Power Up Your Story with Character Four-Point Opposition by Michael Finberg
Let’s welcome back Michael Finberg as he shares with us “Power Up Your Story with Character Four-Point Opposition.” Enjoy!
Getting Intimate with Your Characters by Kay Keppler
A famous author once said that every book should contain a love story. Now, that author might not have thought that the love story needed a sex scene, but many novelists writing in every genre do include sex scenes in their books. And there’s a problem with that.
Ready for New Adventures? By Nevada McPherson
Summer is still with us but “back to school” is just around the corner (or already here in some places) and I’ve started to assess what I’ve been up to for the past few weeks and figure out what will be my focus as fall approaches.
Writing an Unlikeable Protagonist by Kay Keppler
Do protagonists have to be likeable? Of course, because how else can a reader bond with your hero? Of course not, because some of the most fascinating protagonists in literature are unlikeable, or indeed, hateful.
The Daydreaming Paradox by Nevada McPherson
I used to get into trouble in school for “daydreaming” and not paying attention. I liked school in general but sometimes I would sit and make up stories.
What’s in a Name? by Kay Keppler
The first line of Herman Melville’s Moby Dick is “Call me Ishmael.” Thus begins an incredible saga told through the eyes of one of literature’s greatest narrators.
Make Setting Meaningful by Kay Keppler
Setting is a crucial part of any story. A while ago, I said it could be handled essentially as a character—for example, by using it to focus on the senses and build emotion. But you can also make your story placement meaningful, not just convenient. You want your setting to be more than a backdrop for events.
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