The Best, the Worst, and the Average
Three fears loom large in the minds of budding authors: the fear of being the worst, of failing so spectacularly...
Reader Intelligence
When we embark on the writing journey, there’s an infinity of unknowns that we often try to tackle through a...
Who are Your Characters?
At the heart of every writer’s endeavor lies a fundamental question, one that demands an answer, even if it’s only...
What are Cliches anyway?
Cliches, as commonly understood, are something overused, especially in fiction and media, to the point where it becomes a pattern—a...
Writing Tools: Character Motivation
Motivation, often hailed as the “one” thing for a story—why is your character doing this? What do they want? It...
The Middlemen vs. the Independents vs. the New Writers
Greetings, Timmy! Today, I’d like to delve into a topic that often goes unspoken, something many either quietly accept or...
Weaving the Narrative
Hello, Neophyte. Welcome. Today is a very special day because I am finally presenting to you the tools of the...
Failing the Human Experience in Writing
At its core, writing is the art of translating the chaotic essence of the human experience. It involves weaving together...
Trend Chaser
A trend chaser, much like an ambulance chaser, is someone who sees a wave and desperately tries to ride its...
How to Apply Perspective in Writing
To effectively apply perspective in your writing, you must always consider two crucial elements: understanding your characters and their backgrounds...