by Yen Cabag
Have you ever noticed that the best stories manage to grab your attention right from the very start? That’s because successful storytellers know exactly how to lure you in and keep you turning the pages. Story hooks are how the writer catches the reader’s attention...
by Yen Cabag
If you’ve ever intended to read “just one last chapter” and found yourself bleary-eyed as the sun peeks out the horizon the next day, you know what it means to have a book that you can’t put down. One reason this happens is because the author strategically planned...
by Yen Cabag
Have you ever been so engrossed in a novel, only to have the author throw a curve ball, and you didn’t know what to expect anymore? That’s the beauty of plot twists. Instead of rambling along on a path that readers think they know, you’re able to surprise them...
by Cole Salao
Just as a tree needs secondary roots to help it stay upright, a good story is strengthened by the smaller events happening alongside it. Without any support, the perfect plot just collapses in on itself. That’s why all good stories need a subplot. In fact, they...
by Cole Salao
When it comes to writing, the setting is mostly a fixed element; a backdrop against which you paint a world full of memorable characters and compelling plots. You’ve heard of plot-driven and character-driven stories, but rarely do we talk about setting-driven...
by Cole Salao |
All stories eventually come to an end, which is why the best endings are bittersweet. You’ve invested your time and attention getting to know the characters, setting, and story, which is why you’re you’re both pleased and sad when they’re...
