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How do you write an unreliable narrator?
"How do you write an unreliable narrator in a way that actually feels clever and not just confusing or annoying? I want readers to realize something’s off without hitting them over the head with it, and still keep them hooked enough to want to figure it out." I’m an...
Revising your Novel: Playing in the Sandbox
Before I wrote my novel, I scoured the internet, searching for facts about how to write one. I got all the books, I took all the seminars, and I attended all the events. I learned a lot about how to get started, how to write a first draft, and at the end, how to find...
How do you stay motivated to write?
"I'm really struggling with motivation and haven't touched any of my WIPs in a couple weeks. Do you have any tips on staying motivated?" Every writer knows that feeling of demotivation, when the words just won't come, and opening your work-in-progress feels like an...
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How do you introduce side characters without info dumping?
"How do you introduce side characters naturally? I have a lot of important secondary characters in my story, but every time I try to bring them in, it feels like I'm just dumping information about them. Help!" We've all been there. You have this amazing cast of...
What are backlist titles and why do they matter?
“What are backlist titles, and why do they matter for authors? I keep hearing people talk about them, but I’m not totally sure what counts as a backlist book or why they’re such a big deal.” If you're new to publishing, you might hear experienced authors talk about...
How do I write dual timelines?
“My story has two time lines, 2010 and 2024 Should i make theses two alternate?” Some of the most effective stories I’ve read move seamlessly between different time periods, weaving together narratives that span years or even centuries. Dual timelines can be a...
