Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I’m exploring the differences between plot-driven and character-driven stories. Plot-Driven vs Character-Driven Stories Ever started writing a story and realised halfway through that you’ve no idea what’s actually driving it forward? Don’tworry — you’re in good company. Every writer’s been there. The big question is… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m exploring ‘description’ and sharing some ways in which you can use it to better your story. Writing Descriptions That Don’t Slow the Story I’m sure you’ve been there before. You’re lost in a gripping story—I mean, fully immersed, desperate to know what happens next…. Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m examining the role that dreaming can play in our stories. The Role of Dreams in Writing Fiction Ever woken up after a vivid dream and thought, “That would make an amazing story”? I know I have. Dreams are strange… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. This week, I’m continuing my exploration of character endings. As I talked about last week, stories are ultimately about people—real or imagined—facing challenges, making choices, and changing along the way. But just as… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m delving a little deeper into the subject of endings and, in particular, character endings. When we speak about story endings, we often focus on the plot—who won, what was resolved, and what questions were answered…. Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m sharing some of the weirdest writing advice I’ve heard over the years. The Weirdest Writing Advice I’ve Heard Writing advice is everywhere. From “write every day” to “show, don’t tell,” there’s… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m exploring the age-old writing advice “Write what you know”. Writing What You Know vs. Writing What You Don’t “Write what you know.” It’s a comforting thought—that our own lives, unique experiences, and our interests can blossom into great stories…. Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. I’m back again today to dispel a few more writing myths. If you’ve spent any time in writing groups, online forums—or even just scrolling through #writingcommunity hashtags—you’ve probably encountered advice that sounds solid. But not all common writing wisdom is…… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m exploring some more of those pesky writing myths that need to be put to rest once and for all. Whether you’re a seasoned wordsmith or someone staring at a blank page wondering why you decided to write… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m going to be busting some writing myths for you so that you don’t end up believing a load of old nonsense for years like I did. 5 Writing Myths You Need to Stop Believing Writing is one… Read More ›
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