by editor | Mar 1, 2024 | Literature, Writing Tips and Techniques
Every great story contains one enduring element: the protagonist. While the circumstances, settings and supporting characters may shift endlessly, a story lives or dies on how deeply readers connect with the central figure leading the narrative charge. Crafting a...
by editor | Feb 27, 2024 | Literature, Writing Tips and Techniques
A story begins with a single thought – an elusive wisp of an idea that, with nurturing, grows into something far more significant. But how does one cultivate literary magic from that first uncertain spark? For any writer, the path from initial inspiration to...
by editor | Feb 18, 2024 | Literature, Writing Tips and Techniques
As a fiction writer, your most valuable tool is the ability to craft compelling narratives that transport readers to new worlds. A well-told story can educate, inspire, and bring people together. While story ideas may come in flashes of inspiration, the narrative arc...
by editor | Feb 15, 2024 | Literature, Writing Tips and Techniques
Conversations make up the backbone of any fictional story. They advance character development and plot progression and help immerse readers in the world you’ve created. However, crafting authentic dialogue that sounds natural yet meaningful is challenging for...
by editor | Feb 15, 2024 | Literature, Writing Tips and Techniques
Mastering the art of polished prose is a lifelong pursuit for any fiction writer. While putting pen to paper and bringing initial story ideas to life is exciting, the true challenge lies in refining raw talent into a finessed final product. More revisions and editing...
by editor | Oct 10, 2023 | Writing Tips and Techniques
Have you ever found yourself at the end of a book chapter, an episode, or a movie, desperately wanting to know what happens next? That feeling is the magic of a well-crafted cliffhanger. But why are cliffhangers so compelling? What makes us keep coming back for more,...