Did We Learn Everything We Need to Know About Writing in...
In a post on DIY MFA, Kris Calvin says that the themes from our favorite childhood stories could serve us well in our adult...
Boost Your Characters by Giving Them a Role to Play
In a post on Writers in the Storm, Janice Hardy says you can create stronger characters by making sure each has a specific role...
What’s in a Nickname
In a post on Killzone, Garry Rodgers asks if any of your characters needs a nickname. "Probably no culture ever existed that didn’t apply nicknames...
Advice on Conveying Interiority
In a post on Writer Unboxed, Donald Maass shares his advice for depicting internal milestones in a character's growth. "Some of the most important moments...
There’s Only One You
In a post on the Stage 32 blog, Matt Ritchey says you shouldn't let "write what you know" get in the way of your...
Break All the Rules!
In a post on Writer Unboxed, Sarah Penner gives our favorite kind of advice: Break the damn rules! "All writing advice should be taken...
Your Antagonist May Not Be a Villain
In a post on Writers Helping Writers, Neil Chase examines the difference between a villain and an antagonist. "We often see these terms used...
The Element of Surprise
In a post on Writer Unboxed, Greer Macallister says all writers - plotters and pantsers - can benefit from the element of surprise. "Are all...
Anchor Your Novel with Place
In a guest post on C.S. Lakin's blog, Yasmin Chopin offers advice on writing about place in fiction. "When place is an essential part of...
Dialogue Needs an Agenda
In their latest episode on dialogue, the Writing Excuses hosts examine the "area of intention." If all of your characters have their own agendas, their...
