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Conflict in Fiction
In life, we generally try to avoid conflict. We tend to avoid confrontation and contention in hopes of finding peace and tranquility. We work hard to avoid problems at home or in the…
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Character Design Ideas
People ask me where I find the inspiration for my characters. Some ask if my characters are based on real people. Most of my characters are compilations of lots of people. Character design…
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Creating 3D Characters: Some Tips
Characters can make or break your fiction. It’s imperative that you people your story world with three-dimensional characters who feel real. Cardboard characters used merely to push your plot along will leave readers…
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How to Fix Writer’s Block: Use Freewriting
Writer’s Block You want to write a book. You have a great idea for a story, yet when you sit down at your computer, you stare blankly at the screen wondering why your…
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Resources to Write a First Chapter
Writing a first chapter can be confusing. What do you include? What elements need to be in the chapter? What are readers looking for? I’ve taken the confusion out of it. I’ve created…
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Tips on Writing a Novel: Conflict Fuels the Story
When I first began writing, I was unclear about conflict. I figured it meant that some earth-shattering event had to take place in every scene. I felt like my novel had to be…
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Hero’s Journey Steps
In anticipation of writing my next novel, I’ve been reading and studying the hero’s journey. It’s been interesting reading. I have The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell, but I’m not sure I’m…
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Outline Your Novel
Writers are not only passionate about their writing, but many are just as passionate about whether or not to outline. There are as many reasons to outline your novel as to not outline.…
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Author Interview: Levi Harris
I’m so excited to welcome author Levi Harris to my blog. Levi is a super creative writer and filmmaker who has recently released his book, Stories from Anotherworld, which is a compilation of…
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A Sweet Reunion
A Sweet Reunion A Sweet Reunion is the clean and wholesome version of All of Me. What would you do for a second chance with your first love? Welcome to wine country and…
