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Writing a terrific novel is a complex endeavor. And while there are hundreds of books, podcasts, and blog posts that teach…
The Burden of Your First Fifty Pages
I critique a lot of first chapters of novels. Having written twenty novels, I can attest to how difficult it…
Three Aspects of Your Book’s “Aboutness”: Goal, Question, and Premise
Today’s guest post is by Barbara Linn Probst. So what’s your book about? We’ve all had that question put to…
How “Pantsing” May Be Harmful to Your Health
Pantsing? No, it’s not in the dictionary. But it’s a common word among novelists. Hey, we’re wordsmiths. We can make…
The 5 Different Monsters Hiding in Writers’ Closets
Today’s guest post is by Kleia Paluca. All writers, both beginning and published ones, have something to fear. That’s because…
A New Online Video Course to Help You Write That Novel
I’m not the only one who says that writing a novel is a difficult task. Even if you’ve written a…
Do Publishers Care About an Author’s Online Presence?
Today’s guest post is by Debbie Emmitt. When presented with a manuscript, publishers are usually thinking ahead to marketing and…
6 Ways to Manipulate Time in Fiction
Today’s guest post is by Martin Cavannagh. One of the least analyzed literary devices in literature is time. Time works…
Using the Ten Key Scene Structure to Frame Up Your Novel
You’ve spent days, maybe weeks or months, brainstorming the terrific novel you’re about to write. You’re sure you have a…