Are Your Secondary Characters Working Hard Enough?
August 21, 2025
Secondary characters need interesting flaws, wants, and desires too. Especially if your goal is to make your story unputdownable. Use this “performance review” to assess your characters.
Landing a Traditional Publishing Deal Without an Agent
June 2, 2025
A debut author shares his path to publication, including the creative challenges and mindset challenges he faced along the way.
Fun and Tough Creative Choices
June 2, 2025
Crafting a good novel is about making creative choices. From the narrative point of view to the setting, the conflict, the characters, etc. Even if you’re writing by the seat of your pants, you’re making choices.
Characters, Arcs, and Plot Twists: A Q&A with MG author Janet Fox
May 21, 2025
Great tips on plotting a treasure hunt mystery, developing effective character arcs, and knowing the deeper meaning your story conveys.