Varying the intensity and speed of your storytelling is a delicate balance between too fast and too slow. Learn how you can control the pacing of your story.
Tag: writing fiction
Reflecting on 2024, A Year of Creativity
Lynette M. Burrows shares her reflections on the past year of creativity, learning, and coming out from the fog of grief.
Secrets Behind a Character’s Wound
This how-to article identifies what to avoid when creating a character with a wound and how fear makes the wound and character relatable.
No More Banging Your Head Against Waning Inspiration
If your inspiration wanes, don’t despair. Spur your inspiration rather than just soldiering on or giving up. Be prepared. Keep this list of things to try.
Reward Your Readers with a Battle that Earns the Ending
Don’t disappoint your reader with a story ending that fizzles. Learn to set up your characters to earn the ending. Reward your reader with the final battle.