Jul 17, 2026 | by Arthur Franz IV | Publishing
When I was pursuing an MFA in Fiction Writing, every time I got a rejection letter from a publication, I would tape it to my bedroom wall. By the time I earned my graduate degree, one entire wall was quilted in hard-earned wallpaper. My attitude was, “I’ll...
read moreJul 13, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
Learn how to write vivid smell descriptions even without a strong sense of smell yourself, using borrowed language, taste connections, and character...
read moreJul 10, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Books
Beach reads are built to be devoured fast, which is exactly why their craft goes unnoticed. Here are six that are secretly small masterclasses in...
#genre, #writing tips, #reading, #book recommendations
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Jul 5, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
“Is it possible to get back to writing after over 3 years? At that time was the last time i was able to finish something but i was already unhappy...
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Jul 3, 2026 | by Char | Writing
Everyone has 24 hours in a day, but those 24 hours look different for each person. It can be difficult to find time for your writing, especially if...
#productivity, #writers' routines, #writing tips
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Jun 29, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
“Hiii just a question do you have an advice on how to write a ‘mean girl’ without having like the hollywood stereotypes? I’m currently writing one of...
#character development, #tropes, #writing tips
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Jun 25, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
While there are many paths you can take to get your book out into the world, there are three main routes to publishing. Traditional publishing is the...
#publishing platforms, #self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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Jun 22, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
“Hi! I’m writing my novel in a small town from US as a non-US citizen and as someone who never visited the country. I’m doing my research as much as...
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Jun 19, 2026 | by Arthur Franz IV | Writing
As writers, we like to think we’re in complete control of our characters. It can be tempting to think that, because your name is in the byline,...
#character development, #writing tips
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Jun 14, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
TEST“Hello! Idk if this is a common problem or not but recently I’ve found out that I overuse participial phrases in my writing. More so I do it in a...
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Jun 11, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Writing
Picking the right tense for the story you want to tell is an often overlooked part of narrative development. Writing tenses consistently is crucial...
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Jun 6, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
“How to write a mentor who is evil but genuinely cares about the main protagonist? And raised him since a young age. Also, the main protagonist is...
#character development, #writing tips
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Jun 5, 2026 | by Kim Montgomery | Writing
Writing a perfect ending is hard. Is it the most excruciatingly difficult part of the writing process? Is it the most hair-pulling, mind-wracking,...
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Jun 1, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Publishing
“I need to figure out what genre my book is. I don’t think mine is classified as one, if you know what I mean?” You’re definitely not alone in...
#self-publishing, #traditional publishing
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May 29, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Writing
The antihero has become an increasingly beloved figure in modern storytelling, for their morally ambiguous nature and complex personalities. Unlike...
#character development, #writing tips
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May 25, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
“How do I know whether or not to put my book in multiple perspectives? I think it would make my story better but how do I know if it really needs it?...
#character development, #plotting, #writing tips
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May 22, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
You’ve finished your manuscript, and you’re ready to pitch your novel to an agent. But how do you ensure your query letter will stand out from the...
#book agents, #traditional publishing
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May 18, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
“How do I make a calm and collected character in a very overwhelming situation?” Writing a character who remains composed when everything around them...
#character development, #writing tips
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May 14, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Writing
Never, in the history of the written word has there been more contradictory writing advice than that surrounding synonyms. Possibly hyperbolic? Sure....
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May 11, 2026 | by Savannah Jackson | Ask Novlr, Writing
“I’m struggling to make my characters’ relationships feel real. They interact, but it feels flat. How do I give them chemistry?” So much of what...
#character development, #writing tips
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May 7, 2026 | by Lydia Yadi | Writing
Narrative non-fiction brings to life true stories like historic events and personal experiences. It uses the techniques usually associated with...
#book recommendations, #non-fiction, #writing tips
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May 4, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Writing
“Okay so I’m trying to write a story set in the future and I’m kinda stuck?? Like I know what my general plot is and I have my characters figured out...
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Apr 30, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Publishing
A few years ago, I attended the London Book Fair. It was a fantastic experience where I got to mingle with other writers, meet publishers, and hear...
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Apr 25, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Ask Novlr, Books
“Tips on developing a magic school for adults? Most magic schools I read about are for children, so I wanted to make a magic university.” While...
#book recommendations, #worldbuilding, #writing tips
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Apr 23, 2026 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Writing
If you’ve ever felt the grip of a good book, unable to put it down, you understand the pull of a well-told story. Behind the scenes of your favourite...
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