Flat Character: Who Is It?
Books are comprised of main characters, antagonists, protagonists (stay tuned for a future blog post on them!), and a variety of different characters who bring the story to life and… Flat Character: Who Is It?
How to Write a Preface
A preface gives you a chance, before your story begins in earnest, to speak directly to your readers about the reasons why you wrote this book, and to provide a… How to Write a Preface
Map it Out: How Maps can Help Your Story
Fiction novels have the ability to transport us into a brand-new world, a world that we could have never dreamed of, one that plucks us right from reality and places… Map it Out: How Maps can Help Your Story
Dorrance Book Spotlight: Learning to Encourage Yourself
Life can be tough. In fact, there are so many ups and downs and twists and turns that sometimes we feel as if we have only ourselves to rely on… Dorrance Book Spotlight: Learning to Encourage Yourself
How to Develop an Antagonist
They are the people you love to hate. They are the people that oppose and struggle against others. Essentially, they are the exact opposite of the main character. They’re the… How to Develop an Antagonist
Why You Need a Writing Friend, and How to Find One
As authors, we’re part of an unofficial club whose members have all worked toward the same goal: Becoming a published author. That hard work earns you a membership badge of… Why You Need a Writing Friend, and How to Find One
Gain Inspiration from These Three Writing Prompts
Growing as a writer takes discipline and a willingness to make small sacrifices to chase after your dreams with fervent effort. While you may be wringing your hands in anxiety… Gain Inspiration from These Three Writing Prompts
Scare up a Good Read with these Three Tips
Even though Halloween is five months away, there’s nothing like a good horror story. Some of the best horror novels had us slowly flipping to the next page as we… Scare up a Good Read with these Three Tips
Why Writing Is Good for You
Have you ever been so engrossed in writing that when you finally snap out of it, you take a step back and realize how great you feel? You’ve accomplished something… Why Writing Is Good for You
Quick and Easy Editing Tips
Editing is a part of the writing journey that many authors try to avoid like the plague. It’s a tedious, detail-oriented exercise that requires patience and the ability to apply… Quick and Easy Editing Tips