by Anja Smith
Have you ever read a novel that felt dry and uninteresting, despite many “exciting” things going on? It was hard to care about the characters, and you might have even zoned out multiple times on the same page. One likely reason for this disconnect? The author didn’t...
by Anja Smith |
One amazing benefit of writing in first person or third person limited point of view is the ability to bring readers right into a specific character’s thoughts and experiences. When done right, this creates the illusion that the reader is right there in the story....
by Kaelyn Barron
Writing is a true art form, but it’s not just for the page—behind each of your favorite movies is an outstanding screenplay, penned by talented writers who know which words will translate to magical moments on the big (or small) screen. Whether you’re new...
by Anja Smith |
You’re in the middle of writing a scene and your characters are talking to each other. It’s really a classic he said, she said–situation. And things are actually getting pretty heated—but wait! Let’s politely interrupt that conversation to learn how you...
by Kaelyn Barron |
From Huck Finn to Jane Eyre, some of the most successful and memorable works of literature follow protagonists on their path to enlightenment and maturity. Such books are known as Bildungsroman novels. I know what you’re thinking: a what??? But a Bildungsroman...
by Yen Cabag
Perhaps one of the most difficult parts of being a writer is learning how to plot your story in a way that grabs readers’ attention. Some writers are plotters, which means they’re great at making outlines. Others prefer to write spontaneously, or by the seat of...
