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To many writers, their favorite novel’s plot seems to meander like the Mississippi River. But it’s rarely true. In most cases, underneath what appears to be a leisurely or thoughtful story lies a well-crafted series of plot points that not only drive forward but also maintain tension.Writing Tip for Today: Your story must give the reader not only a […]
Many novel writers agonize over the plot, and that’s a good thing. But did you know that a typical reader cares less about what happens in a novel than how and why?Writing Tip for Today: Your main character holds the keys to your reader’s sympathy. And sympathy for the main character almost always equals a […]
I’m coming down on the last few scenes of my work-in-progress, A Sky without Stars. As much as I struggle to be sure the period details ring true (it’s set in 1951 Arizona), my bigger problem is in writing a satisfying ending to the story.Writing Tip for Today: Writers often agonize over details, doing hours […]
We’re at the beginning of a new term, a new crop of novel writing students and a return to the bones of what makes a good story. Whether you write memoir or fiction, your character must embark on a worthy quest.Writing Tip for Today: What are some of the essential ingredients for a good story? A […]