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 ›
Writing Tips
Idioms
Hi everyone! How are you all? Today, I am exploring the world of idioms and how they can aid us in our fiction writing. So, without further ado, let’s begin! Idioms In fiction, language is not merely a vehicle for… 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 ›
Your Readers will See Things Differently than You, and That’s Okay
Hi everyone! How are you all? Today, I am exploring the idea of reader interpretation and the difficulties some of us writers face in letting our work go and giving it up to our readers’ imaginations. Your Readers will See… Read More ›
How To Write A Scary Story
Hi everyone! How are you all? October is upon us, which means it’s spooky season and time to get into the spirit of things! For many people, including me, that means breaking out the old horror films and reading some… Read More ›
Underwriters Vs Overwriters
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m exploring the concept of what it means to be an overwriter or an underwriter. So, let’s jump in! Overwriters Vs Underwriters When it comes to writing fiction, there are two types… Read More ›
Chekhov’s Gun
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am exploring the concept of Chekhov’s Gun. Who on Earth is Anton Chekhov? Born in Russia, Anton Chekov was a playwright and short story writer. He is renowned for his contributions… Read More ›
Is Inspiration Necessary when it Comes to Writing?
Hi everyone! How are you all? Today, I’m exploring that elusive creature we creative types like to call “inspiration” and, in particular, how important it is to writing. So, without further preamble, let’s dive in. Is Inspiration Necessary when it… Read More ›
Characters and Their False Beliefs
Hi everyone! How are you all? Today, I am exploring the subject of ‘character’ again, and this time I’m looking specifically at the ‘false beliefs’ a character can hold, which can help drive a story forward. Characters and Their False… Read More ›
The Importance of Diversity in Fiction
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I am looking at diversity. So, without further preamble, let’s jump in! The Importance of Diversity in Fiction In regards to fiction, the word ‘diversity’ has become ubiquitous. Still, it is not… Read More ›
GEORGE L THOMAS 