Ah, conflict. Can’t live with it. Can’t live without it. Kurt Vonnegut once said that every story is about a character who gets into trouble and then tries to get out of it. That’s because who and what we entangle with isn’t just the stuffing for embarrassing Thanksgiving-dinner stories: it’s the types of conflict that ... read more »
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When writing dialogue in a story, the conversation is only half the battle. The other half has to do with the tone, volume, and context of people's words. Yes, most of the time you can just use "he said" and "she said" to indicate dialogue — but sometimes you need some other words for said ... read more »
So you want to know how to write a children’s book? That’s great news. Children and teenagers are some of the most devoted readers out there — just don't underestimate the size of the task in front of you. A children’s book is sometimes mistakenly seen as “easy” to write when, in fact, the opposite is ... read more »
Superman might be a hero, but Tyrian Lannister is definitely not — he's an "anti-hero." Learn exactly what an anti-hero is here — with lots of examples!
Last updated: 10/04/2019 Many of us probably know it when we see it, but few of us can articulate what irony really is — much less identify the different types. However, it’s important for writers to understand this literary technique, as it can really add depth to your story — so long as you’re not ... read more »
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Of all the questions that arise when you’re writing a book for the first time, the most pressing of all might be: just how long does it take to write a book? After all, you wouldn’t embark on a road trip without knowing how many hours you’d be in the car. It’s only natural to ... read more »
“The pen is mightier than the sword.” Writer Edgar Bulwer-Lytton made this keen observation nearly 200 years ago, but it remains just as true today. Writing is one of the most powerful forms in existence, and a simple story can change countless lives — which is why so many of us choose to be writers ... read more »
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