How do you translate everything you know about the world where your story takes place into scenes that evoke the senses while revealing more about your novel’s characters and themes?
Read moreWriting Self-Love in Fiction
I’d guess that your protagonist doesn’t have a fully developed sense of philautia on page one — or, if she does, it’s about to get seriously challenged.
Read moreObsessive Love: Writing Mania in Fiction
Think of mania like too much eros and not enough philautia and/or ludus. The result can be destructive.
Read moreSix Love Stories: Building Relationships in Fiction
My new craft guide, Six Love Stories, takes a deep dive into each type of love and what to consider when you’re weaving it into your fiction in order to develop more authentic and compelling characters and plots.
Read more3 Steps to Prioritize Your Writing
I challenge you: Do you enjoy writing? Does it fill your cup? If yes, it deserves to be a priority—not only for the sake of your work but for your happiness and wellbeing.
Read moreHow World-Building Shapes Character Development in Fiction
The environment you create for your characters and readers is more than a backdrop for your narrative; it actively influences your characters' identities, motivations, and growth.
Read moreWorld-Building Basics for Fiction Writers
With 50 exercises and prompts designed to help you build your fictional world — and then put it on the page — The Inkwell’s latest craft guide is designed to be practical and accessible for new and seasoned novelists alike.
Read moreCrafting Conflict in Fiction
Conflict is what holds characters back from achieving their objectives — and it’s also what propels our stories forward and makes them resonate deeply with readers.
Read morePractical Tips for Plotting Your Novel
What can the Cheshire Cat teach us about writing a novel?
Read moreFour Types of Conflict to Drive Your Story
At its simplest, conflict consists of the obstacles your protagonist faces in her quest to achieve her objective. Without it, your story would be super short and not so fulfilling.
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