Developing a Strong Novel Concept Starting with an Archetype
We’ve been starting to explore archetypes on Monday’s section on novel writing. I talked about some of the basic archetypes…
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How to Create a Powerful Image System for Your Novel
On Throwback Thursdays, we’re looking at excerpts from past posts on Live Write Thrive. Today’s post comes from How Novelists Can Create…
4 Ways to Subtly and Tastefully Present Theme in Your Novel
I find it curious that when I do a Google search for theme in fiction or novels, it’s hard…
Questions to Help You Come Up with Archetypes and Character Arcs
Why would a writer plan to use archetypes when crafting a short story or a novel? Because archetypes bring tremendous…
Turn the Core Idea of Your Novel into an Image System
On Throwback Thursdays, we’re looking at excerpts from past posts on Live Write Thrive. Today’s post comes from Getting to the Core…
Using Archetypes to Create Powerful Characters in Your Fiction
What makes great novels great, more than any other thing, is great characters. And while there are no simple instructions…
Writing Fiction with a Filmmaker’s Eye
On Throwback Thursdays, we’re looking at excerpts from past posts on Live Write Thrive. Today’s post comes from How Novelists Can Use…
Layering 10-20-30 Scenes in Your Novel
We’ve spent quite a few weeks taking a look at the ten key scenes a variety of writers have offered…
Don’t Make These 5 Mistakes When Writing Romance
Today’s post is by Stephanie O’Brien. Whether it’s the main element of the story, or a subplot that adds drama,…
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