by Cole Salao
Conflict is the heart of every great story. Without it, there’s no tension, no stakes, and no reason for readers to turn the page. While external conflicts—battles, rivalries, or disasters—can drive a story forward, internal conflict is what makes characters feel...
by Cole Salao
Seeing your story unfold on a screen is an incredible dream. But screenwriting is a whole different beast compared to writing novels. What’s the difference? And how will it affect your writing strategy? How Screenwriting Differs from Other Writing Different...
by Cole Salao
Think of your favorite book. On the surface, it’s a story—a series of events with a plot, a setting, and characters driving the action. But dig a little deeper, and you’ll find the underlying ideas or messages that give the story its emotional and intellectual weight....
by Cole Salao
Grammar can be tricky, especially when it comes to pairs like neither/nor and either/or. They look simple, but people often mix them up, leading to confusing or incorrect sentences. Let’s talk about their differences and how you can use them correctly. What Do...
by Cole Salao
You’ve seen this plenty of times in fiction: A woman dies horribly, thus fueling the male protagonist’s journey. This is a controversial storytelling technique called “fridging”. Is it a legitimate way to create progress, or will you alienate...
