The Stuff Series are Made of by Karen Wiesner
The Stuff Series Are Made Of By Karen S. Wiesner “The disease of writing is dangerous and contagious,” Abelard famously said to Heloise. So, too, can a book series become a relentless obsession: It’s…
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The Use of Humor in Historical Fiction Writing: A Reader’s Delight by Writers Exchange E-Publishing
Historical fiction has the power to transport us to bygone eras, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the past and experience the lives of people who lived in a different time. While the genre…
What are Mystery, Thriller and Suspense Genres? by Sandy Cummins
Mystery: The whole point of the story is the big reveal of the bad guy at the end. There must be enough information in the story pointing to the real villain that when they…
What is a “cozy” Mystery? By Christine DeSmet
The “cozy” mystery features an amateur sleuth who is usually a woman. The sleuth is likeable, smart and earnest, and they go about life with a good sense of humor. She’s rarely a detective or…
Where do we find our heroes? by Deborah Nolan
WHERE DO WE FIND OUR HEROES? By Deborah Nolan With Valentine’s Day on the horizon I thought it would be a good time to talk about what makes a romantic hero. The heroes in…
World Building, Not Just for Genre Writers by Will Greenway
Writing: World Building, not just for genre writers By Will Greenway Overview When we see the term “world building”, many writers tend to associate this concept with genre fiction, specifically science fiction, fantasy, and often…
Writing: Dynamic Beginnings (1 of 2) by Will Greenway
Writing: Dynamic Beginnings (1 of 2) By Will Greenway The opening of your novel or short story is crucial. It must be well written, catchy, and evocative. Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, your…
Writing: Dynamic Beginnings (2 of 2) by Will Greenway
Writing: Dynamic Beginnings (2 of 2) By Will Greenway If you read the material on Dynamic Beginnings and the 8 rules for starting a novel or short story, this article contains additional “starter” tips and…
Writing: Scene business, style, and dialogue by Will Greenway
Writing: Scene business, style, and dialogue By Will Greenway Viewpoint is one the most important aspects of writing. It is the eye through which readers see your work. Creating a strong viewpoint “presence” within your…
