By Susan L. Tuttle, @Susan_Tuttle5 My favorite go-to as a reader is a series. So it was no surprise that when I started writing, my story worlds poured out as …
NOVEL TIP: Who is Your Main Character’s Voice of Authority?
by Beth K. Vogt, @bethvogt As we write our stories, we build a community around our characters that can include: family members neighbors best friends colleagues We often also include a …
What’s In a Character’s Name
By Dana R. Lynn, @DanaRLynn I love writing stories. Creating fun characters and giving them complex problems to solve makes me grin. And if I am wearing my suspense hat, …
How Does Theme Strengthen Your Story?
by Lisa Jordan, @lisajordan If you go to an amusement park, you know what to expect—rides, games, fun foods, and maybe even a water park. With story, the theme isn’t …
11 Practical Time Management Hacks for Writers
by Jeanne Takenaka, @JeanneTakenaka Am I the only one in need of some time management hacks during summer break? “I just want some uninterrupted time. That’s all I ask for.” These were …