Writing

This post is all about how to write exposition in fiction. Every story, regardless of genre, will need some amount of exposition. Figuring out how to write exposition effectively can be a challenge.  It can be easy to overload readers with information which can bog down your story’s pacing. However, having too little exposition can…

This post is all about how to write child characters. So, you’re writing a story with characters who are children. You might even assume that it’ll be easier to write child characters because well, they’re simple. Right? Not quite. Child characters can be some of the most nuanced characters. There are so many different stages…

This post is all about how to outline a novel. All writers have to learn how to outline a novel if you want your book to be a bestseller. Still… I hope you know me well enough by now to know I would NOT tell you there’s one right way to outline a novel, and…

This post is all about how to find character voice. It’s important to learn how to find character voice (and make sure it actually sounds like them, not you), as it’ll make characters more engaging. There are two common struggles when it comes to finding your character’s unique voice. Either you find the character sounds…

This post is all about how to write a slow burn romance. There’s something magical about a slow-burn romance… but knowing how to write a slow burn romance (and make the emotional connection feel REAL) is a whole skill in itself. It’s not just about the eventual kiss or the big confession. It’s everything that builds up…

This post is all about dialogue prompts creative writing. ​Whether you’re trying to get better at writing dialogue OR are just struggling with some serious writer’s block, in this post I’m sharing 90 dialogue prompts creative writing exercises that make a great tool to get your creative process flowing! These dialogue prompts are divided into several different…

This post is all about how to write a bestselling novel. Writing a novel can take a LONG time and there are so many different components that go into it. If you want to know how to write a bestselling novel, there are a few things to focus on that will help you write the most…

This post is all about the hero’s journey plot structure. Maybe you’ve heard about the hero’s journey plot structure but you’re not really sure if it works for your story. You know it’s a classic, timeless plot structure that lots of stories fit into… but does it work with your story? Your genre? Your characters? Let’s talk about it. What is…

This post is all about how to write a book in a year. So you’d love to accomplish your dream of writing a book within the next year… but you don’t know HOW to write a book in a year?! Did you know that approximately 97% of people who start writing a book NEVER finish?! Writing…

This post is all about fall writing prompts. With the cozy autumn weather comes the desire to write new stories and exercise your writing muscles with some fall writing prompts!! If you’re feeling especially excited to dive into some new creative writing this fall, this post is for you because I’m giving you some fall-themed writing…