Everyday Words That Are Misused Every Day
A lot of the words we use have changed meaning over time, differing from their common or intended use. Some words…
How Writers Develop a Unique Style All Their Own
Often, when learning to write a novel, a writer may spend countless hours focusing on getting all the basics in…
A Few Cool Doors That Open When You’re Published
Today’s guest post is by author and screenwriter Harrison Demchick: It’s a long, long road to publication, as months or years…
Are You Done or Finished?
A child pushes a plate away at the end of the meal and announces, “I’m done.” The well-intentioned but misinformed…
Important Considerations When Developing Your Writing Style
Our year-long look at the twelve key pillars of novel construction is winding down. We’ve already taken an in-depth look…
How Small Projects Can Keep You Rolling in the Dry Spells
Today’s guest post is by author Sarah Allen: Whether we’re between novels or slogging through the slow middle of our…
Watch Out for Superfluous Adjectives
A little goes a long way when it comes to adjectives. And you can have too much of a good…
What Voice Really Is in a Novel
Last week we began looking at the topic of “voice” in a novel as the 10th pillar of novel construction,…
9 Books Aspiring Writers Must Read
Today’s guest post is by freelance writer Nicolette Morrison: One of the “rules” often touted is that writers must always spend…