Craft a story so lifelike, you actually feel like you can step into the world beyond the pages! You know it when you read it: In page after page and scene after scene, a truly engrossing story has qualities that set it apart. Authentic characters, a well-rounded plot, and immersive settings work in harmony to create a three-dimensional experience–one you can practically step inside and explore. But while you can recognize this work when you read it, writing it can be much more challenging. Three-Dimensional Fiction Writing teaches you how to build a solid narrative structure and layer in lush, textured scenes to create a story that feels utterly real.…

Reach for the stars!   The Overarching Series is the most complicated to read and write. In this specialized type of series, none of the installments can truly be standalones. They must be read as a set in sequence to make sense. Reader satisfaction is only partially achieved in each volume because just the story arcs tie up while the series arc only resolves in the final.   Speculative fiction is particularly well-suited to the Overarching Series structure because the genres under this umbrella have enormous requirements when it comes to:   1) World building. Crafting a variety of environments–maybe an entire universe–is required along with how to traverse, populate,…

The definitive guide to crafting a series! From the Hunger Games Trilogy to the Jack Reacher Series, from Harry Potter to Harry Dresden, there’s no denying that writers–and readers–have caught series fever. But if you’re contemplating writing a series, there are plenty of considerations you’ll need to make first. Writing the Standalone Series is the complete guide to ensuring your series stays hot after the first, fourth, or even fifteenth book.   Inside, you’ll learn how to: -Write a series that captures the hearts of readers and stands out in a sea of competition. -Find the focus of your series, develop your idea, and plan ahead. -Hone in on the…

(ebooks are available from all sites, and print is available from Amazon, Barnes and Noble and some from Angus and Robertson)   First Draft Outline Bonus Companion Booklet First Draft Outline Bonus Companion Booklet contains all the blank worksheets, checklists, charts, exercises, and/or other aids from the main book along with in-depth examples. This companion booklet is provided as a supplement, assuming readers have a working knowledge of the methods discussed in First Draft Outliner. A free, editable digital file that allows users to type right into the document and use it over and over as needed (Link below) A print edition is also available for purchase (link also below).…