Here are 11 tips for writing your character in deep point of view.
Monday, March 31, 2025
Sunday, March 30, 2025
Precision in Writing
Avoid vague catchalls, like "this" or "it" in your writing.
https://nathanbransford.com/blog/2025/02/stamp-out-vague-catchalls-in-your-writing
Saturday, March 29, 2025
Substack
Should you use substack instead of blogging or writing a newsletter?
https://annerallen.com/2025/02/the-beginners-guide-to-substack/
Friday, March 28, 2025
Fantasy World Building
Here are six pillars of building a fantasy world.
https://www.helpingwritersbecomeauthors.com/how-to-make-your-fantasy-world-feel-real/
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Repeated Words
Do you repeat words for effect or do you repeat them unintentionally?
https://scbwi.blogspot.com/2025/03/what-words-do-you-repeat-are-you-doing.html
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Character Talents
How to match the perfect talent with your character's personality.
https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/03/how-to-choose-the-perfect-talent-for-your-character/
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Nonfiction Dramatic Tension
Yes, nonfiction books can also have dramatic tension.
https://www.nffest.com/2025/03/creating-dramatic-tension-in-nonfiction.html
Monday, March 24, 2025
Character Development
How can you use personality theory to deepen your character development?
Sunday, March 23, 2025
Common Manuscript Mistakes
Here are the top 20 mistakes developmental editors see in manuscripts.
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Picture Book Word Counts
What are the industry standard word counts for different types of picture books?
https://thejohnfox.com/2023/08/whats-the-perfect-length-for-a-childrens-picture-book/
Friday, March 21, 2025
Dialogue
How do you write dialogue that pops.
https://emmawaltonhamilton.com/blog/character-voice-101-writing-dialogue-that-pops/
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Writing Children's Books
Here's some advice for newbies about how to write a children's book.
https://katiedavis.com/how-to-write-a-childrens-book-template-a-complete-guide-for-aspiring-authors/
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Flat Characters
Here are some tips to making your characters less flat.
https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/02/how-to-avoid-flat-characters-in-your-story/
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Professional Writers
What differentiates professional writers from amateurs or hobbyists?
https://scotteagan.blogspot.com/2025/02/the-realities-of-being-professional.html
Monday, March 17, 2025
Expert Reviewers
How do you find experts to review your nonfiction manuscript?
https://www.nffest.com/2025/02/seeking-expert-reviewers.html
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Antagonists
You want your antagonist(s) to be a well-developed as your protagonist(s).
http://blog.janicehardy.com/2013/07/10-traits-of-strong-antagonist.html#google_vignette
Saturday, March 15, 2025
Friday, March 14, 2025
First Sentences
Here are some hints for writing first sentences that will make your readers want to continue reading.
https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/6-tips-for-writing-a-compelling-first-sentence
Thursday, March 13, 2025
Reviews
Getting people to review your book is not always an easy process.
https://booksbywomen.org/reviews-an-intergenerational-rant-by-rachel-stone/
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Publishing Terminology
Here are some words and concepts you need to know from the publishing business.
https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/publishing-101-essential-terms-to-know/
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Story Stakes
How do you identify the up the stakes in your writing?
https://writershelpingwriters.net/2025/02/identify-your-storys-stakes/
Monday, March 10, 2025
Expert Reviewers
How do you approach experts to ask them to review the content of your book?
https://www.nffest.com/2025/02/seeking-expert-reviewers.html?
Sunday, March 9, 2025
Saturday, March 8, 2025
Friday, March 7, 2025
Causal Chains
You must have a cause and effect chain between scenes.
https://smack-dab-in-the-middle.blogspot.com/2025/02/causal-chain-experience-redux.html
Thursday, March 6, 2025
Legitimate Agents
How do you know if an agent is legit and not a schmagent, or even worse, an outright scammer?
https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/a-complete-guide-to-revising-your-novel-part-two/
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Revisions
Start with sentences when revising your novel.
https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/a-complete-guide-to-revising-your-novel-part-two/
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Hooks
You need to hook your readers in chapter one.
https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/5-tips-to-hook-readers-from-chapter-one
Monday, March 3, 2025
Critique Groups
How does belonging to a critique group add to your writing?
https://katiedavis.com/blog/working/why-critique-groups-matter-for-writers/
Sunday, March 2, 2025
Subplots
What questions should you ask when before introducing a subplot?
https://writersinthestormblog.com/2025/02/5-questions-to-ask-before-adding-a-subplot/
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Small Publishers
How do you evaluate a small publisher?
https://subitclub.com/2018/08/07/evaluate-small-publishers-like-a-pro/