Essential Questions

Essential Questions

As I’m starting my next book, I’m working through all the beginning stages of creation and planning. I’ve got my character’s goals, motivations, and conflicts down. I’ve got my basic plot down—built from those goals. I’ve decided on how my characters need to change by...
Conflict in a time of conflict

Conflict in a time of conflict

  One of the most important aspects of a novel is the conflict within it. Without conflict, you might have a lovely little tale, but it will be boring, and little will be the keyword because it’s hard to sustain a story without conflict. There are two types of...
Thoughts on writing

Thoughts on writing

It’s amazing what I find when I clean out my notebook! So, I’ve been thinking of writing an inspirational memoir sort of book. I’m thinking of calling it Failing to Fail: Tales of a Writer Who Didn’t Quit. It’s been on hold for a little...
Defense Against Change-the Conflict Arc

Defense Against Change-the Conflict Arc

  Today’s blog post is brought to you by COVID-19, the virus that everyone’s getting! Want to miss out on the fun? Maintain social distancing and wash your hands frequently! Sorry… a little levity is always important in times like these. It’s hard to stop reading...
Writing Deep

Writing Deep

  It’s been a while since I’ve written a post on an aspect of writing craft, but as I’m beginning to do more editing for my new job as a book coach, I’m coming across writing that could have done with a little more craft. The piece I’m working on right now is a...