Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am exploring another way to outline a story or a novel: The Snowflake Method. The Snowflake Method Writing a novel can feel like an overwhelming task, akin to scaling a towering mountain of… Read More ›
Outlines
Here you will find some useful tips and information about outlining and some of the many different ways to outline a story 😀
Red Herrings
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am delving into the topic of red herrings, so without further preamble, let’s get to it. Red Herrings Have you ever read a mystery novel that kept you guessing until the… Read More ›
Book Review: Take Off Your Pants: Outline Your Books For Faster, Better Writing by Libbie Hawker
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today is Friday, and it’s time for another review. Today, I am reviewing Libbie Hawker’s Take Off Your Pants: Outline Your Books for Faster, Better Writing. Take Off Your Pants: Outline Your Books… Read More ›
Plot Twists
Hi everyone! How are you all? Today, I am delving into plot twists, exploring what they are and how you can use them effectively. So, first things first: What is a Plot Twist?A plot twist is a sudden and unexpected… Read More ›
Cliffhangers
Hi everyone! How are you all? Today, I am exploring the concept of cliffhangers and how and why we use them in our stories. So, without further preamble, let’s get started! What is a Cliffhanger?A cliffhanger is a literary device… Read More ›
The Difference Between Story, Plot and Narrative
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’ll explore the differences between story, plot and narrative. The Difference Between Story, Plot and Narrative Story, plot, and narrative are critical elements of successful writing. They are interdependent but distinct in… Read More ›
Using Foreshadowing in Fiction
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’ll be exploring the art of foreshadowing – because it is an art, really isn’t it? I mean, not everyone can do it, at least not well. I know it’s something I… Read More ›
Writing Narrative Nonfiction
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I will be exploring the genre of narrative nonfiction a little. So, without more preamble, let’s jump in. What is Narrative Nonfiction? Narrative nonfiction is a unique form of writing that brilliantly… Read More ›
Discovery Writing
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am exploring how to write your story without an outline. I have talked a lot about outlining stories because it has always been the easiest way for me to write; I… Read More ›
Theme
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I’m going to be talking about ‘theme’ in regard to fiction writing! I’ll explain what it is, how you can develop it and even share a few examples of theme in a… Read More ›