Feb 3, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“Weird question here: do I need to describe my character’s clothes? Obviously I need to if it’s important to the story or setting (if they’re wearing...
#character development, #writing tips
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Jan 31, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
Subtext is a powerful tool in creative writing. It spans every genre, and we even use it in everyday life (passive aggression and flirting are great...
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Jan 24, 2025 | by Kim Montgomery
Let me be very clear about this: there is no famous first line of a not-famous novel. Opening lines only stand up on their own when a piece of work...
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Jan 20, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“How do I write characters that have awesome chemistry and make their relationships feel super real and interesting?“ Great character chemistry can...
#character development, #writing tips
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Jan 17, 2025 | by Crystal Kamm
When it comes to writing convincing dialogue for a story, it’s important to make it believable. Believable doesn’t mean “lifelike,” though. So what...
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Jan 13, 2025 | by Savannah Jackson
“Any practical tips on how to describe indoor spaces so they feel real and match the vibe of the story without throwing in too much detail?” Creating...
#settings, #worldbuilding, #writing tips
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Jan 6, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
Hello! Do you have any advice for indecisiveness when creating characters? I don’t have much trouble with creating conflict, but figuring out my...
#character development, #writing tips
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Jan 3, 2025 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
Anyone who did a creative writing class at school will remember the lesson to avoid repetition in your writing. I’m here to give you some bad news....
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Dec 30, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“I’m currently writing a story where, in the beginning, I want to show something almost like a montage of my character doing the same thing day after...
#character development, #writing exercises, #writing tips
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Dec 23, 2024 | by Christopher King
“I’ve heard the term ‘catharsis’ before. But what does it mean? And how can it be used in a story?” Ever feel like you’re carrying around a heavy...
#writing inspiration, #writing tips
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Dec 20, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
Dystopian fiction serves as both a mirror to the world and a warning about potential futures, making it one of literature’s most powerful avenues for...
#book recommendations, #genre, #reading, #writing tips
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Dec 18, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“Why do so many authors choose to write Christmas books? Is it because the holiday inspires certain types of stories, or is it more about connecting...
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Dec 16, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“How would i politely describe body types without being vague?“ Characters are as diverse as the writers who write about them, but when it comes to...
#character development, #sensitive topics, #writing tips
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Dec 12, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
Do you ever struggle to stay motivated or focused on your writing? Losing motivation is one of the biggest causes of burnout among creative writers,...
#goals, #motivation, #productivity, #writing tips
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Dec 9, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“what are some uncommon tropes or ones that haven’t been done? what are some plot twists that are uncommon? i have a story where there are supposed...
#character development, #plotting, #writing tips
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Dec 6, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
There’s nothing quite like the perfect playlist to get you in the mood to write. We’ve put together six more mood, scene, and character-specific...
#playlists, #writing inspiration
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Dec 2, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan
“I have a bad habit of never finishing writing I start – I work hard on a story, make it to 3/4 of the way through, then lose passion for it and...
#productivity, #writing inspiration, #writing prompts, #writing tips
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Nov 28, 2024 | by Kim Montgomery
Let’s face it: every writer, no matter what stage of the writing journey they’re on, has experienced those moments when their imaginations seem to...
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Nov 25, 2024 | by Fija Callaghan
“I’m just starting out with writing, and I really want my characters to feel different from each other. How do I make sure they have their own unique...
#character development, #dialogue, #writing tips
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Nov 22, 2024 | by Crystal Kamm
When you’re deep in a project, it can be really distracting to enjoy the entertainment that we normally enjoy. For this reason, I recommend a little...
#productivity, #writing inspiration, #writing tips
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Nov 18, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
“Could you please give some tips to maintain flow and pacing in fiction writing?“ As a new writer or someone looking to upskill, mastering the art of...
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Nov 15, 2024 | by Arthur Franz IV
Just like a carpenter needs a hammer and nails to do their work, writers also have tools to bring readers in and hold their attention. Readers must...
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Nov 8, 2024 | by Pamela Koehne-Drube
Do you want to transport your readers to another world, to make them feel the emotions of your characters as if they were their own? Then it’s time...
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Nov 4, 2024 | by Lindsay Sfara
“Okay, this is complicated, but I’m trying to write a scene that features two characters that have the same gender but neither of their names are...
#character development, #writing inspiration, #writing tips
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