Write well. Write often. Edit wisely.
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A reader asked a question about one adjective modifying multiple nouns. There are some choices that are clearly better than others.
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The Magic of Fiction is a comprehensive handbook suitable for writers and editors, students and professionals.
Every writer and every book gets negative reviews, whether deserved or not. A lighthearted look at reasons why some readers won’t like your fiction.
It’s not a waste of time to finish a first novel, to practice your writing skills with that first novel manuscript, even if it will never be published. But know that the first novel will not be a masterpiece.
While a single skill might have prompted you to begin a novel, begin writing for fun or as a career, that single skill is insufficient for preparing you to write novels. Encouragement for writers to branch out and learn new skills.
Continue reading Fiction Writers Can’t Be One-Trick Ponies »
Even your most avid fans may hunger for a different protagonist, a different story world, or even a different genre. Consider options for when readers become saturated by elements of your stories.
Continue reading Reader Saturation—Dealing with Changing Reader Tastes »
Conflict moves a story forward, keeping both characters and readers involved. Consider the ultimate conflict—betrayal by a friend—as a way to amp up the conflict in your fiction.
Tips for using beta readers to help strengthen your manuscripts before publication or submission to agents and editors.
Continue reading Use Beta Readers to Strengthen Your Stories »
Cut story elements that no longer match the story that’s emerged when you write and rewrite. Sometimes finessing an element isn’t the answer. Sometimes you’ve got to ruthlessly cut out what doesn’t fit.
Continue reading Get Ruthless—Cutting Back in Order to Add »
The reader will focus on what stands out. Turn the reader's attention where you want it to go.
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