Six Tricks for Creating a Satisfying Ending
For beginning writers (and others) sometimes simply finishing a story is a major accomplishment. Ending the story on a satisfying note for the reader...
“Show, Don’t Tell” Puts Your Reader in the Story
In a guest post on Writers in the Storm, Janice Hardy says the "show, don't tell" rule can strengthen your writing in three distinct...
Defining Desire, Goals, Motivations, and Needs
In a post on Writers in the Storm, Stefan Emunds continues his series on the relationship between psychology and storytelling, this time focusing on a...
Writing Quirks and Eccentricities
In a post on Writer Unboxed, Kathleen McCleary says adding recognizable quirks can help you create interesting and memorable characters. "We all have our...
Writing Realistic Blood Loss
We've all seen the movie: a main character is injured, blood is pouring, and yet somehow the hero keeps fighting until he wins or...
How Will You Keep Your Momentum After Finishing Your Next Big...
In a post on the DIY MFA blog, contributor JD suggests writer write a palate cleanser after completing a big project. "What do you...
Turning Your Ideas into Story
In an article for Writers in the Storm, Sandy Vaile examines the difference between having an idea and creating a story. "Too often I...
How to Organize Your Third-Person POVs
In a post on Writer Unboxed, Kathryn Craft offers tips on organizing your third-person points of view. When using third person, the writer can hop...
Even Your Villain Should Have Morals
In a post on Writers Helping Writers, Becca Puglisi offers advice on creating a type of character that may sound like an oxymoron: the...
The Crossroads of Premise and Protagonist
In a new blog post, C.S. Lakin explores the crossroads between premise and protagonist. "Your premise and your protagonist go hand in hand," she...
