Crafting Effective Scenes by Winnie Griggs
Let’s start by defining just what a scene is. My favorite definition is one that comes from author Holly Lisle. She states that A scene is …
The Author’s ‘Dreadful Disease’ by Allison Knight
A ‘dreadful disease’ that affects authors? You’ve never heard of it? I call it a disease and I’ll tell you what it is and why. …
The Challenge of Creating A Believable World: The Physical World by Dina Von Lowenkraft
Building Your Foundation in the Physical Realm The purpose of world building is to create a setting for your story. It is the structure in …
Music Your Characters Can Dance To: Creating a Playlist by Nancy Gideon
Content, content, content. Publishers and agents want to see it. Websites, blogs and social media venues demand it. Readers crave something that catches their eye, …
