Without Stakes, Your Reader Won’t Care
In a recent post, Tiffany Yates Martin examines character stakes and why they are the key to pulling your reader into your story. "What...
The Secret to Story Secrets
In an article for Writer's Digest, Jen Craven reveals 10 secrets about using secrets in your story. "In the world of fiction, secrets serve...
Is Your Story Worth Telling?
In a post on Writers in the Storm, Sandy Vaile offers tips on making sure your story is worth telling. "As writers, we’re painfully...
When Does Your Story Begin?
In a guest post on Jane Friedman's blog, Susan DeFreitas suggests three ways you can tell if you are starting your story in the...
Every Unhappy Family Is Unique
In an article for Writer's Digest, Sierra Godfrey offers advice for writing complicated family dynamics. "Consider the closest people in your world and the...
These Questions Can Help you Find the Heart of Your Story
In a recent post, Janice Hardy suggests three questions that can help you get to the heart of your story. In this context, "story"...
Tips on Crafting a Story Structure That Works for You
In a recent post, Janice Hardy discusses the importance of choosing the right structure for your novel. "Story structure is a valuable tool that...
Setting is More than Place
During an interview with the Creative Penn podcast, novelist Tony Park shares his advice for writing novels with a strong sense of place, even...
Advice on Finding the Right Balance on Internalization
In a recent post, Janice Hardy examines internalization - a tool for showing your reader what's going on inside your protagonist's head - and...
6 Questions to Get to the Heart of Your Story
In a new post, C.S. Lakins suggests six questions you can ask to reveal the heart to your story and elevate your book from...
