I’ve been both a children’s book editor and author for roughly a decade. This means that I’m sometimes trying to defend an author’s behavior to my publishing friends, or trying to explain an editor’s moves to my writer friends. Often, … Continue reading What Authors and Editors Wish They Could Say to One Another
The amazing thing about being a writer is that you get to be part of a writing community. Especially now, in the Internet age, you have access not just to the writings of the great minds who have gone before, but … Continue reading 7 Frequently Asked Writing Questions
Aren’t you tired of the same old writing tips? You know, tips like: Write every day without fail. Find your best time of day to write. Avoid distractions like Facebook and email. Use a timer to work in short bursts, … Continue reading 10 Writing Tips You Absolutely Won’t Have Heard Anywhere Else Before
Do you sound smarter when you use big words? According to a study published in Applied Cognitive Psychology , the answer is no. In fact, complex writing makes you sound small-minded. Just consider the title of the study: Consequences of erudite vernacular utilized … Continue reading 11 Smart Tips for Brilliant Writing
We all know the basics of romance. Character A and Character B are pushed together through circumstance and end up falling in love. But how do you make your romance really unique? Do you make your plot more intricate, or heighten the … Continue reading The Key To Writing Chemistry Between Characters
The author has the power to bring world’s to life when creating their story. Might as well go all in! What does the world look like? How different is it from our reality? What new and interesting creatures will inhabit … Continue reading Creating Believable Worlds For Your Characters
Should Setup Your Ending! It’s often said that people (or more importantly, literary agents) will stop reading your book if you haven’t hooked them within the first sentence. The opening scene has another important role, as well as hooking a … Continue reading Your Novel’s Opening Scene
