Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m continuing on from last Tuesday’s post, wherein I examined the differences between plot-driven and character-driven stories. In today’s post, I’m sharing some tips on how to ensure you have a plot-driven… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I am talking about The Iceberg Theory – a totally new concept for me before I fell down one of my usual and many research rabbit holes. The Iceberg Theory As writers,… Read More ›
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 ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m talking about: Prologues and Epilogues Prologues and epilogues are crucial elements of narrative structure that can affect the tone and mood of your story. Both can be effective when used appropriately;… Read More ›
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