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Category: Step 1 – Project Preparation

Busy writers turn concepts into premises, developing characters, settings, plot, and theme within a structure.

5-Step Storytelling…

Should You Read John Truby’s The Anatomy of Genres?

4 Jan 202320 Jan 2023
If you’re looking for a different approach to genres, consider reading John Truby’s latest book, The Anatomy of Genres: How Story Forms Explain the Way the World Works.. John Truby’s…
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A Character Template to Help Busy Writers Solve the Writing Puzzle

23 Nov 202223 Nov 2022
Even though developing fictional people fascinates me, updating the character template for my favorite writing app proved harder than I expected. Here's why. The Writing Puzzle I'm probably not much…
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Friday Feature: Character Flaws

28 Oct 202226 Dec 2022
Welcome to Friday Feature! Get your downloadable infographic. Then visit the Character Template page for more tips on how to master story structure and write a book readers will love.…
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Christmas in October – Holiday Gifts for Writers

19 Oct 202219 Oct 2022
Writers love gifts that help them turn their musings into interesting stories. Something as simple as a journal can make their day. For 2022, I'll share my top 3 holiday…
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Friday Feature: Theme Elements

14 Oct 202226 Dec 2022
Welcome to Friday Feature! Get your downloadable infographic. Then visit the Character Template page for more tips on how to master story structure and write a book readers will love.…
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Understanding Your Favorite Genre Gives You the Advantage Bestselling Authors Know Well

5 Oct 20225 Oct 2022
This month, Alex Cavanaugh’s Insecure Writer’s Support Group (IWSG) asked, “What do you consider the best characteristics of your favorite genre?” I’ll share mine and explain how knowing key details…

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