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 ›
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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 ›
Are You A Plotter Or A Pantser?
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I am talking about one of the most divisive topics in the writing community: whether or not it is better to “plot” or “pants” your way to a successful story. Are You… Read More ›
The Rule of Three in Storytelling
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I am talking about the rule of three, a storytelling technique used in various types and styles of stories. The Rule of Three in Storytelling The rule of three is a technique… Read More ›
Zero Drafting
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I am going to be exploring the idea of zero drafting! Zeo Drafting Many people believe that if you want to write fiction, you have to start with a complete and detailed… Read More ›
5 Ways to Hook your Readers
Hi everyone I hope you’re all well! Today I’m talking ‘hooks’. Whatever you are writing, it’s important to hook your reader from the get-go. Otherwise, they might get bored and may not stick around to finish the piece you’ve worked… Read More ›
A Step by Step Guide to Writing a Children’s Picture Book
Hi everyone, I hope you’re all well! Today I’m talking about how to write a children’s picture book. Writing a picture book can be a lot of hard work, but if you put in the time, the end result will… Read More ›
Build Your Story With 5 Ws And An H
Hi everyone, I hope you’re all well! Today, I’m going to share another handy way to flesh out a story idea. Build Your Story With 5 Ws and an H Ideas need to be grown, nurtured, and fed. Eventually, a… Read More ›
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