Many authors think that a strong plot and compelling characters are enough to make their stories work. But actually, you need to build an emotional connection with your readers, immerse them into the story...
A Bevy of Options – Beginning another career can be daunting. I’ve come up with two separate categories: Things that are “free” and those that cost.
Writing a novel can be a chaotic, messy process. What if your writing software helped you surf your creative process, instead of make you crazy? What if you had a personal organizational superhero for...
I’m excited to present a special webinar training for fiction writers by Scrivener expert, friend, and fellow novelist, Vanessa Kier. In her own words: You’re looking for a better way to write your novel....
“Can I add suspense to my story?” a writer asked. “Yes,” is my short answer. Here’s one good resource for how: “6 Secrets to Creating and Sustaining Suspense” by Steven James. http://www.writersdigest.com/online-editor/6-secrets-to-creating-and-sustaining-suspense We’ll be...
Beth Barany will be teaching a member-only webinar to the National Association of Memoir Writers on Friday, May 12, 2017, 11 AM PDT | 12 PM MDT | 1 PM CDT | 2 PM...
One of the most common questions I get from fiction writers is, “Where do I begin?” The writer is overwhelmed, feeling lost, and maybe very frustrated. They have a story in them, but nowhere...
We’re put on this planet, I believe, to have fun, and to share our unique and important message with the world. I have a Valentine’s Day gift to you — on women’s thought leadership from...
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