When first learning how to write, we often focus on the skills of writing craft—grammar rules, point of view, etc.—but storytelling skills are just as important. Some might even say they’re more important. After all, we can probably think of popular books that suffer from poor craft, such as … [Read more...] about What’s More Important: Storytelling or Writing Craft?
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Writers Helping Writers® Thesaurus Guides Sale: Buy One, Get One Free
Becca and I have a case of Christmas Mania right now because having our own bookstore means we can wrap up terrific deals for you in ways we can't with Amazon. So, drum roll, please! All Digital Single Thesaurus Books Are BOGO Maybe you have a few holes in your digital shelf, or you want … [Read more...] about Writers Helping Writers® Thesaurus Guides Sale: Buy One, Get One Free
Coping Mechanism Thesaurus: Anticipation
When a character suffers emotional pain, the brain’s response is to stop the discomfort, and often this results in a coping mechanism being deployed. Whether it's an automatic response or a learned go-to strategy, a mechanism helps them cope with the stress of the moment or escape the hurt of it. … [Read more...] about Coping Mechanism Thesaurus: Anticipation
Best Gifts for Writers
Thoughtful gifts never go out of style, and for writers, they act as a neon sign of love and support. Being a writer is challenging. We shut ourselves away to write, wondering if we're good enough, trusting in a destination we can't quite see yet. It can be a lonely road, and so when someone … [Read more...] about Best Gifts for Writers
Four Key Moments When You Should Hold the Conflict
Conflict in every scene. It’s popular advice because it’s true. Conflict ratchets up the tension for readers because it makes the character’s success less likely, and readers start worrying about the hero’s ability to win. Will she find true love? Can he overcome his demons and move forward into … [Read more...] about Four Key Moments When You Should Hold the Conflict
Coping Mechanism Thesaurus: Intellectualization
When a character suffers emotional pain, the brain’s response is to stop the discomfort, and often this results in a coping mechanism being deployed. Whether it's an automatic response or a learned go-to strategy, a mechanism helps them cope with the stress of the moment or escape the hurt of … [Read more...] about Coping Mechanism Thesaurus: Intellectualization
Unmissable Black Friday Deals for Writers
It's time for our favorite round-up of the year: Black Friday Deals for Writers! We all know it's been a rough year, and protecting our wallets has become more important than ever. Becca and I have scoured the internet and found even more deals than we usually do (hurray!), so buckle in, friends, … [Read more...] about Unmissable Black Friday Deals for Writers
Coping Mechanism Thesaurus: Spending Time in Nature
When a character suffers emotional pain, the brain’s response is to stop the discomfort, and often this results in a coping mechanism being deployed. Whether it's an automatic response or a learned go-to strategy, a mechanism helps them cope with the stress of the moment or escape the hurt of it. … [Read more...] about Coping Mechanism Thesaurus: Spending Time in Nature
Make the Most of Your Manuscript’s Resting Time
If you're participating in ProWriting Aid's Novel November, Reedsy's Novel Sprint, NaNo 2.0 (not the original NaNo) or another writing challenge this November, you'll soon be finished drafting. And if you're like most writers, you'll immediately start thinking about how to revise your manuscript. … [Read more...] about Make the Most of Your Manuscript’s Resting Time
Qualities of a Successful Writer
What makes a successful writer? Is there a recipe somewhere for the secret sauce that will guarantee success? Well, that depends at least partly on how you define success. Society imposes external metrics on us: publication, bestseller lists, awards, fame and fortune. These are tangible, easily … [Read more...] about Qualities of a Successful Writer
Two Craft-Boosting Black Friday Deals for Writers
The best thing about Black Friday sales is how creative folk can finally put themselves first, picking up affordable resources that will make a huge impact on their writing success. We love that. Every year, we create a discount to help your dollars go further, and this Black Friday season is no … [Read more...] about Two Craft-Boosting Black Friday Deals for Writers
8 Qualities that Will Help Your Protagonist on Their Journey
Every writer strives to create protagonists with unique qualities that make them compelling, fully-formed people. We spend hours, days, and sometimes years to make them believable. Recently, I attended a day job webinar that gave me new tools and perspectives for fiction. (I love it when that … [Read more...] about 8 Qualities that Will Help Your Protagonist on Their Journey