Write well. Write often. Edit wisely.
Part 2 of a discussion about using deep POV to bring readers closer to action and characters. Tips and techniques for using deep POV effectively.
Understanding narrative distance to understand how to use deep POV.
Rather than use common verbs, use specific verbs that fit your story, your characters, and each scene. Direct events and emotion through the choice of specific rather than general verbs.
Rather than rely on your go-to fixes, learn other ways to rewrite and edit words, sentences, paragraphs, and scenes.
Continue reading Rewriting and Editing—So Many Possibilities »
How can you make plot less episodic? A reader’s question.
Continue reading Making Plot Less Episodic—A Reader’s Question »
Pile on frustrations for your characters; see what they’re made of. Give characters reasons to act up and act out.
If you plan to self-publish, you or someone you hire will be responsible for formatting for print. Allow yourself time to format correctly and to adjust the text to fit into your book’s design.
Continue reading Edit While Formatting—One More Chance to Get It Right »
Writing novels and long fiction is hard. But the task isn’t impossible. And writing is fun and satisfying. A bit of encouragement for those struggling with their fiction.
A reader’s question got me thinking about the details of a story’s setting, about choosing details that fit the actual location as well as the story. I also wanted to share a reminder to check details for real locations—make sure your details are correct.
There are multiple ways to make changes to your story text. Make sure that you’re not using the same kinds of changes again and again.
The reader will focus on what stands out. Turn the reader's attention where you want it to go.
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