by Peter Leavell, @PeterLeavell Writing dialogue beats into a novel is vital. The donkey halted and looked at his rider. “Why have you beaten me three times?” “You’ve made me …
Chart It!—How to Use a Character Chart
Sarah Sundin, @sarahsundin What color were her eyes again? How long has he had this job? When did she break her arm, and is she out of her cast yet? When …
Some Tips for Writing Humor
By Pepper Basham, @pepperbasham I LOVE writing humor. The idea that a reader grins or (even better) laughs at something my characters say or do is a wonderful feeling. But …
Benefits of Using Action Beats With Dialogue
by Lisa Jordan, @lisajordan When you pick up a new book, what keeps you turning the pages? For many, it’s the dialogue, which is the best way to learn about …
Show, Don’t Tell: The Power of Body Language
By Tara Johnson, @TaraMinistry One of my favorite shows is The Behavior Panel on Youtube. Four body language experts who are psychologists, served in law enforcement, or worked in the …