The Hardest Part of a Book
Today I will guide you gently into Act 2 of your novel, and you will talk me down from yet another literary soapbox. And that is why we work well together.More Writing TipsSUMMER ISLAND comic, Steve C...
13 Sep 202211min
Nonstop Writing Tips (Clip Show #3)
Ten week's worth of brainstorming, plotting, character development, and other writing tips from a professional book editor.More Writing TipsFree Style Sheet TemplatesMusic licensed from Storyblocks:“M...
6 Sep 202234min
12 Plot Frames That Can Support Your Novel
To wrap up our discussion of Act 1 of your book, I am answering listener questions, and you asked some good ones. Also, learn about paid internship opportunities at HarperCollins.More Writing TipsWrz...
30 Aug 202210min
The Art of Writing Backstory
We are continuing our journey through the three-act structure today. I hope you wrote a killer hook last week. This week we’re looking at Backstory and your Act 1 Trigger. The US Department of Justice...
23 Aug 202215min
Write Your Opening Hook
As promised, we will begin our discussion of Act 1 of your story today. We’re also talking about what you have in common with Stephen King, the antitrust lawsuit against Penguin Random House, and the ...
16 Aug 202218min
4 Dramatic Elements to Create Your Story's Structure
America's Editor provides a step-by-step guide to help you solidify your story's structure. We also find out what books are trending and what books are not being printed.More Writing TipsWe All Loved ...
9 Aug 202217min
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
