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Writing Romance: Creating a Heroine

Posted on August 27th, 2009 in How To by Loribeth Swanson

Heroines are the heart of every romance. They are no longer weak and needing to be saved. Now heroines are strong and can stand on their own two feet…but don’t necessarily want to do it alone.

Triond: Please Can You Help?

Posted on August 19th, 2009 in Online Writing by nadinesimone

An explanation for complimentary comments on my account made by my father whilst I was otherwise engaged!

Writer’s Block

Posted on August 13th, 2009 in Writing by David A. Reedy...

An exploratory look at what brings about inspiration, and what in its lacking brings about none.

Poetry

Posted on July 31st, 2009 in Online Writing by daring104

Trying to understand what poetry is.

How to Write a Novel: Chapter 3

Posted on July 26th, 2009 in Writing by Ronne

Narrative Voices: Ask any author the most difficult part of writing a novel and they tell you in unison, its choosing the narrative voice. Choosing the right voice is the most important decision you should make, after you’ve made the decision to write a novel.

How to Write a Novel: Chapter Two

Posted on July 23rd, 2009 in How To by Ronne

The most fundamental preparation to write a novel is to read, read and read. Read with a critic’s eye and understand the various themes, plots and structures used how the characters are created and revealed, the change in viewing angles, the voices, the language and how they have developed their work so perfectly. This is most important exercise that you need to get going from page one to the very end. The more you read, the more you’ll understand and the more knowledge you’ll have to invent tools that will help you in the long run.Here are some useful tips and exercises that will get you started.

How to Write a Novel: Chapter 1

Posted on July 20th, 2009 in How To by Ronne

The most fundamental preparation to write a novel is to read, read and read. Read with a critic’s eye and understand the various themes, plots and structures used how the characters are created and revealed, the change in viewing angles, the voices, the language and how they have developed their work so perfectly. This is most important exercise that you need to get going from page one to the very end. The more you read, the more you’ll understand and the more knowledge you’ll have to invent tools that will help you in the long run. Here are some useful tips and exercises that will set your novel idea rolling.

The Scare

Posted on July 18th, 2009 in Topical by jeffhempen

An editorial of the Gothic writing genre.

Why Writers Can’t be Famous

Posted on July 16th, 2009 in Writing by B Reilly

In today’s society, the scandalous and controversial lives of celebrities make it difficult for new authors to break into the spotlight.

An Idiot’s Guide to Fiction

Posted on July 15th, 2009 in Writing by Bien Mabbayad

Reading and writing fiction is sometimes a very tricky thing to do. Since everyone’s a critic, one should understand how stories work. Here’s how.

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