All the Characters Your Book Needs
We are taking a look at the supporting characters in books to help you decide if your book has too many, too few, or just enough characters. We are also celebrating romance in the kitchen, new resourc...
2 Aug 202214min
Writing Characters We Love to Hate
In this law and order episode of Writing Break, I’m dishing out two scoops of courtroom drama with a sprinkling of murder. So, let’s take a break from the summer heat and discuss antagonists, the char...
26 Jul 202216min
5 Things Great Protagonists Have in Common
In this episode, you'll learn 5 things all great protagonists have in common and what people really mean when they say, “Your book will never sell.” More Writing TipsTuttle Provides Showcase for Filip...
19 Jul 202212min
Story vs Plot vs Premise
Today we’re discussing the difference between story, plot, and premise. We’re also talking about decreased print sales, Amazon’s ebook return policy, and vigilante justice. Plus, we visit the world’s ...
12 Jul 202212min
5 Brainstorming Tips for Writers
Welcome to Season 2 of Writing Break. We’re beginning our trek through a three-act novel today with five brainstorming tips. We visit a cinema-turned-bookstore and discuss conventions, awards, and ran...
5 Jul 202211min
Nonstop Writing Tips (Clip Show #2)
This is a full episode of writing tips from America's Editor, a professional book editor. These tips are for new writers and published authors alike.More Writing TipsHow to Get Microsoft to Read Text ...
28 Jun 202223min
2 Writing Tips I Cannot Live Without
It’s the season 1 finale of Writing Break, and we’re ending with two of America's Editor's favorite writing tips. We have a lot to cover in 15 minutes. As usual, we’re starting with the latest publish...
21 Jun 20229min
Self-Editing Tip for Writers
America's Editor has an important update for authors about ISBNs and a self-editing tip for writers that will save them time and money.More Writing TipsDonate to support Ukrainian children and literac...
14 Jun 202211min
