Giving a character a backstory is essentially making them a more well-rounded character. It’s allowing your audience to get a better picture of who they are and what their motives might be. Backstories are important to all characters - not just the main characters. Side characters, and especially villains, can greatly benefit from having a … Continue reading Character Backstories
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Writing Habits
Writing can be a daunting task, but it's also incredibly rewarding. If you want to improve, it's important to develop good writing habits. These don't apply to everyone, but the following are some of my favorite habits that have helped maintain my writing goals. Write every day. It doesn't matter how much you write, just make … Continue reading Writing Habits
Silencing Your Inner Editor
Every writer has an inner editor. It's the voice that tells us our writing is no good, that we're not good enough, and that we should give up. This voice can be very destructive, preventing us from finishing our stories or even starting them in the first place. How do we silence our inner editor … Continue reading Silencing Your Inner Editor
Submitting Closer to Deadlines
Anthologies are a great way to get your work published and to reach a wider audience. Here are some reasons why you should wait until closer to the anthology submission deadline to submit. You'll have more time to revise your work. When you submit your work early, you're not giving yourself enough time to revise it … Continue reading Submitting Closer to Deadlines
Ready. Set. Action!
Action scenes are a great way to keep your readers engaged and entertained. They can also be a lot of fun to write. But if you want to write action scenes that are truly exciting, here are some tips to help. 1. Choose the right perspective. The perspective you choose can have a big impact … Continue reading Ready. Set. Action!
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