Sep
11
2012
post submitted by Lauren Shearer

The Fantasy Novelist Exam

Written by Jessica Marcarelli

If you've wondered if your fantasy world is good enough (or if you're worried that your novel will be the literary version of the poor LARP nerds who believe they have created the perfect universe), this is for you.

Sep
11
2012
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We Shall Gain the Universe: Avengers, Plot & Structure

Written by Lauren Shearer

What can the recent summer blockbuster "The Avengers" teach us about plot and structure? This post explores its plot and structure, which helped it become the highest-grossing hero movie of all time.

Sep
11
2012
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Lauren and the Post About Titles

Written by Lauren Shearer

There are six basic kinds of titles. Which does your favorite book or current WIP fall under?

Sep
8
2012
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Every Writer needs to listen to Author Jeff Goins and here’s a book for you…and it’s FREE right now, so hurry!

Written by adduling

Writer Jeff Goins has a book for you and right now it's free, check out what he has to say, check out his blog for great tips and his other two books...

Sep
8
2012
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Author Spotlight- Jason Felts, author of Daybreak, a Mystery Thriller in a Kindle Store near you!

Written by adduling

Author spotlight of murder mystery author Jason Felts...

Sep
5
2012
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How to Talk Like a Witch

Written by Teri Harman

An inside look at the language of the Moonlight Witches from my upcoming book, Blood Moon. Includes excerpts from the book.

Sep
1
2012
post submitted by Jeff Hargett

Successful Blogging

Written by Alex J Cavanaugh

What does it take to be a successful blogger? Alex offers answers and some excellent advice.

Aug
30
2012
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Spotlight on Subtext: When Characters Are Liars

Written by Angela Ackerman

Need to show a character is lying? Here are 8 WAYS a liar might reveal themselves to other characters and the reader through their actions & words.

Aug
30
2012
post submitted by Jeff Hargett

The Green Eyed Monster

Written by Angela Cothran

Meet the success of your writing peers with genuine happiness. The success of one really is the success of all.

Aug
30
2012
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Got FEAR? Showing Your Character's Emotions

Written by Angela Ackerman

Intense Emotions can be difficult to convey without tripping on cliches. This Emotion Thesaurus Entry provides a host of ideas on how to show your character's FEAR.

Aug
29
2012
post submitted by Jeff Hargett

Outlining: Luring Pantsers to the Dark Side

Written by Anthony Rudzki

Tony wrote a post on outlining that may just lure Pantsers to the power of the Dark Side, otherwise known as outlining.

Aug
28
2012
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The "Loves Me Not"

Written by David Powers King

Does your character need validation for whatever is on their mind? This trope offers a solution with just a few plucks.