This seems to always be a divisive subject amongst writers. Some writers wouldn’t dream of killing off one of their characters, while other writers are more than happy to recreate their own versions of the infamous Red Wedding from Game of Thrones within their own works. Within the realm of fiction, character deaths can extend beyond … Continue reading Killing Characters
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Narrative Tension for Beginners
Narrative tension. You can’t create a page-turner without it. If there is no tension, the story won’t be very intriguing. How many of us have always dreamed of reading a book about a man who just sits on a bench the entire story? My point exactly. We want to read something that will pull us … Continue reading Narrative Tension for Beginners
Creating Worlds of Wonder (3 of 3)
In the previous two posts (One and Two) regarding world-building, we discussed the rules on maintaining consistency and the tools you’ll use to craft your world in order to keep it all straight. But what if you’re in the middle of your series, and then suddenly you’re hit with an awesome inspiration, but it requires … Continue reading Creating Worlds of Wonder (3 of 3)
Why Beta-Readers and Critical Feedback Matters
You finally finished your first draft of that novel! It took you months, maybe years, but you did it! Congratulations, bucko. Treat yourself to a double-shot peppermint mocha with whip cream and chocolate sprinkles. While your sipping on your eight dollar drink, you crack open your laptop, run your novel through a spellchecker, send it … Continue reading Why Beta-Readers and Critical Feedback Matters
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