Tag: creative writing
Let Your Book’s Characters Lead The Way
Much of the joy and discovery of creative writing comes from the process itself. I found inspiration and motivation from the very characters I created.
Want To See Your Book Become A Movie? It’ll Take Perseverance And Patience.
From Hollywood to Nepal, this story of how a self-published novel became a major motion picture started with an author's crazy idea of turning readers into agents. Crazy... until it worked!
Find The Little Stories In Your Complex Topic
You can tackle broad and complex topics by focusing on the little stories within, finding the right entry point, and writing outward from there.
Advice For Writers: Embracing The Cycles Of Creativity
Must writers be self-destructive and unhinged to be masters of the craft? Creativity is an elusive animal, and there is no magic formula to harness it.
Picture Books Can Be More Than Meet The Eye
Whether you’re inspired to explore history or science, complex feelings or scary weather, your children’s picture book can share a powerful message.
What Makes A Great Villain?
A great villain can engage an audience, energize a book, and provide a satisfying source of conflict — but the devil is definitely in the details.
Capitalizing On The Stickiness Of Serial Fiction
It’s not likely you’ll get rich writing serial fiction, but you can gain exposure for your work and get feedback from readers to gain insights for shaping and honing your storytelling skills.
