Internal vs. External Conflict

 The tension between internal and external conflicts will propel your story forward.

https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/internal-conflict-vs-external-conflict-character-arc/

Restarting Old Projects

 Here are some ways to get up-to-speed before diving into an old project.

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2026/05/restarting-old-projects-continuing-a-series-after-a-hiatus/

Creativity and Sleep Deprivation

 How does a lack of sleep influence your creativity in writing?

https://www.writersdigest.com/sleep-deprivation-and-creativity-why-writers-need-rest-to-write-well

Tension

Letting the conflict build by not releasing the tension.

https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2020/02/dont-release-the-tension 

Series

 Should you write a series and how much is too much?

https://writersinthestormblog.com/2026/04/how-much-is-enough-should-you-write-a-series/

Before Writing a Novel

 Here are four things to do before you write the first word of a novel.

https://www.writersdigest.com/4-things-i-do-before-i-write-the-first-word-of-a-novel

Fixing Scenes

 How do you ensure that a scene matters?

https://jamespowellediting.substack.com/p/if-nothing-changes-the-scene-doesnt

Children's Book Market

 What age categories and genres are represented in the children's book market?

https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/understanding-the-childrens-book-market-age-categories-and-genres/

Book Sales

Here's an in-depth look at what/how/why books sell.

https://electricliterature.com/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-book-sales-but-were-afraid-to-ask/

Professional Critiques

 Is it worthwhile to have a professional critique your manuscript?

https://groggorg.blogspot.com/2018/05/paying-for-professional-critique-some.html