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Do you wish that writing fiction could be easier? You begin a novel or short story; you’re excited. Inspiration flows. Within a few short days, or even hours, your inspiration ends. Convinced that you’ve made a mistake, you wait for better ideas. Maybe you aren’t meant to be an author… Avoid the big trap when … Read more
You want to write short fiction, and you have a vital question—how many words do I need? This topic came up in a recent writers’ group meeting. We all had questions about this because when you write fiction, deciding on length before you start writing is vital: your structure depends on it. Before I began … Read more
Do you find writing fiction challenging? I was chatting with a friend yesterday. She said she freezes up when she wants to write, even though she’s written two novels. She’s desperate, and said: “I don’t know what’s happening to me. I don’t think I’m meant to be a writer… I just can’t write anymore.” If … Read more
You’re writing fiction. Perhaps you’re a new writer, or you’ve been writing for years. It doesn’t matter. Whatever your situation, you want to improve your craft. Try these tips. 1. Write, and keep writing Writing’s a muscle. Practice. Set aside time each day to write. Are you putting too much emphasis on “writing”? Please try … Read more
A reader asked about social media content: “Is there still room for freelance writers? What about AI?” “Automatic” content needn’t faze you. It’s always been around in some form or other. Find clients who want fresh ideas. Not only do these clients pay more, but they’re also more fun. A tip: make getting ideas a … Read more
Creating a satisfying story is a big challenge when you’re writing fiction. In a recent writers’ group meeting, we discussed reader satisfaction. “I love thrillers and adventure stories,” one author said, “but everything I’ve read lately is all about the plot. The characters are either TSTL (too stupid to live) or are a bunch of … Read more