Write well. Write often. Edit wisely.
Use word choices to make your stories stand out, to involve readers in the fiction. Tips for twisting common words into memorable passages.
Tone, mood, and style—three of the elements of fiction—each contribute to the feel of a story. Learn what each is and how they affect one another.
Time elements in fiction both identify the setting of story and convey information, including character emotions and the feel of a scene. Discover easy ways to convey time as a way to keep readers deep in the fictional world.
Continue reading Marking Time with the Viewpoint Character »
A whopping big list of questions to ask so you can get to know your characters and then manipulate them so you can create compelling fiction.
A few quick tips for writing fresh descriptions and a reminder to get story facts right.
Continue reading Details and Description—Getting the Facts Right »
Unnecessary words can burden your stories with flab, make them sag. The wrong words can even diffuse the impact you’re trying to create. Be alert for these phrases and words that can dull your fiction.
There are rules for numbers in fiction, but the key is consistency. Learn a few of the most common conventions for numbers.
To keep readers reading, stir their curiosity. Make them have to turn the page. Give them unanswered questions and make them have to know the answers.
Secondary characters are vital for adding depth to stories. Few men, no matter how hard they may try, are islands unto themselves. This is true for fictional characters as well as real people. Explore the importance of secondary characters in fiction.
Rather than writing the same old style or same plot or same character, try something new and fresh. Write stories that stand out from the common.
The reader will focus on what stands out. Turn the reader's attention where you want it to go.
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