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 well. Today is Wednesday, and it’s time for another post in the Wednesday Weekly Blogging Challenge hosted by Long and Short Reviews. If you’d like to join in the challenge, you can find the topics… 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 exploring the most vital aspect of writing—the words! The Power of Word Choice: Less Is More Words have a certain magic, don’t they? They have the power to paint vibrant images, evoke emotions, and even change minds…. Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. I’m sharing another poem with you today, and I hope you enjoy it! Imaginary Friends I used to be a lonely boy,Though friends, I had in plenty;I found them in the books I read—In a month, I could… 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. I’m sharing another poem with you today, and I hope you enjoy it! Dreamkeepers Itty bitty firefliesDancing through the night,Lighting paths through shadowed woodsWith greenish-yellow light. As whispers drift on midnight air,Powered by silver moonbeams,Each tiny glowing fireflyCarries… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m continuing and concluding my exploration of time jumps, which I began last week. In today’s post, I’m focusing on how you can write time jumps effectively. So let’s jump in! Using Time Jumps in Fiction: Part 2 As I discussed in… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today, I’m exploring time jumps in fiction. Like the previous post about flashbacks, I’ll look at what time jumps are, and why we use them, and then in part 2, next week, I’ll share some tips on how to write them… Read More ›
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all well. Today I’m exploring flashbacks: what they are, why they are used and how you can use them in your stories. Using Flashbacks in Fiction Flashbacks have long been a storytelling device that adds depth, complexity, and surprising… Read More ›
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