With the new month here (I’m writing this in December 2019) and the end of NaNoWriMo, I wanted to write about my experience as a book editor and writing coach taking part in this popular writing challenge. My Fiction Writing Background Before we get started, I think it’s important that you know where I’m coming…
Often, we feel we need to deliver all of our carefully crafted worldbuilding in big chunks. We want the reader to know everything because we’re excited and we know each piece of information plays a role in the story. But… that can overwhelm readers in what’s called an ‘info dump.’ So, how do you balance…
As the winter holidays approach, you may be wondering what to gift the writer in your life. Perhaps it’s the middle of the year but you need a gift for a writer friend. No matter when you’re looking for a present for a writer, and no matter your budget, here are some useful, versatile gifts…
Every writer must read to grow their craft, but other media can help, too! In this episode, Hannah and Leah continue their discussion, this time focusing on movie and TV shows and how the storytelling in these forms of media can actually help you write a novel. Be sure to follow us on iTunes, Spotify,…
We didn’t plan on our Halloween episode being #13, but here we are. In this episode, we’re tackling suspension, tension, and pacing in the horror genre. Don’t write horror? That’s okay! These tips are applicable to all genres. Be sure to follow us on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. And if…
In case you don’t already know NaNoWriMo stands for “National Novel Writing Month.” A bunch of writers all over the world take up the challenge of writing (at least) 50,000 words in the month of November. It’s a lot of fun, and it’s a great way to build your author network and meet other writers.…
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