Mind Mapping for the Novelist
Since many of you are in the throes of NaNoWriMo, here’s a reprint of a post I wrote years ago…
How to Avoid Writing a Boring Story
This is the time of year when many writers (or aspiring ones) commit to the fun madness that is NaNoWriMo….
What Microtension Is and Why Writers Must Master It
Note: This post was originally posted in August on Writer’s Fun Zone here. Tension is created by lack. Lack of…
The Emotional Power of Connected Settings
Chances are, you’ve heard of deep point of view. Imagine a camera lens that zooms in for a close-up; deep…
When Your Character Is His Own Worst Enemy
Traditionally, there are four general types of opposition at the heart of a story. While our protagonist might face multiple…
The Intersection of Character Transformation and Moral Dilemma
The protagonist’s transformational journey is highlighted in countless stories, whether novels, movies, or plays. If you take time to examine…
The Crucial Setup Scene in Your Novel
Way too often writers start their novels in the wrong place. With a scene that does the premise a disservice….
The Secret to Getting Readers to React Emotionally to Your Writing
Getting readers to feel something from our writing is hard. Even harder is to get them to feel complex emotions…
What Does it Take to Be a Real Writer?
Today’s guest post is by Sara Crawford. Writing has always been my life. I have been writing ever since I…