A critical tool in writing fiction is character sketches. These sketches help develop your characters and plotlines and motivate reader connections.
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Omniscient Point of View: 10 Cons You Should Know About
Omniscient POV can be a powerful writing tool, but it does come with challenges. The first is character connection, or lack of it.
Omniscient Point of View: 10 Pros You Should Know About
Point of view greatly impacts your story. So, what’s the best one? Find out why you should consider third person omniscient.
Writing Nonfiction for Children’s Magazines
If you’re thinking of pitching to a children’s magazine, check out these six must-know tips.
10 Book Marketing Tips to Boost Sales
Book marketing is ever evolving. While you need to be careful with social media now, audio books and podcasts are taking off. Find out how you can effectively promote your book.
Writing Chase Scenes That Work
Must-know tips on writing the chase, getaway, or high action scene in your script or manuscript.
Navigating Flashbacks and Information Dumps in Storytelling
Do you use flashbacks and information dumps in your storytelling? Do you know which does what?
Writing Mistakes – Find and Destroy
Writing is powerful. It’s a means of communication that allows us to convey thoughts, ideas, stories, and emotions. However, no matter how long you’ve been writing; there will be the occasional error. Even the most seasoned writers can fall prey to common and not-so-common mistakes, that can hinder the clarity and impact of their work….
Pitfalls of Head Hopping When Writing for Children
A challenging part of writing for children is to avoid head hopping. And as it’s easy to fall into this trap, taking care is essential. But why it it necessary to avoid head hopping?
Breaking the Chains of Writing Procrastination
Writing procrastination: Why you have it and strategies that work to overcome it.