We all know that feeling when you’re reading a great book and just can’t put it down. That magnetic pull from page to page isn’t magic—it’s craft. And today, I’ve …
The One Thing that Brings your Scene to Life
Have you ever read a scene that felt a bit flat or distant? Chances are, it skimped on sensory details. When you weave sensory details into your writing, you not …
The One Simple Trick to Make Your Stories Hit Harder
Ever wonder why some scenes just grab you more than others? A lot of that magic comes down to one thing: who’s telling the story. Emotional Impact is all about …
The One Question at the Heart of Your Story
Not sure where or how to start building your story?The answer is One Question.Start with Who.Who is your character? A well-understood protagonist not only drives your plot but alsocaptures the …
How Self-Aware Should My Characters Be?
By Amanda Cox, @AmandaCoxWrites As an author with a background in counseling, there’s nothing I love more than digging deep into a character’s childhood and other defining moments–using those elements …