#writing-tips

There are moments when a writer says that they ‘Need’ something. And then there are the things that we all simply ‘Want’. I’m going to break down the things that should be in both categories, beginning with: What a writer Wants. The basic difference between ‘Wants’ and Needs’ is simple. The ‘Needs’ are the things that a writer cannot succeed without to be a writer. Not to be an author or even to…

Every writer experiences dry spells, but losing inspiration for romance can feel particularly challenging. Whether you’re feeling disconnected from love stories or struggling to capture the magic of romance, here are some ways to reignite your passion and keep your stories alive. 1. Revisit the Classics Sometimes, we need to be reminded why we fell in love with romance in the first place. Pick…

Step 10 of AA says: “Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it.”  This step encourages individuals in recovery to maintain a daily practice of self-assessment, helping to identify and correct behaviors that may lead to relapse or emotional distress. At its core, practicing Step 10 as an evening review is the ultimate act of psychological and spiritual…

Powerful characters are exciting to read about. They can wield magic, lead armies, solve impossible problems, or survive challenges that would break most people. But strength alone does not make a character memorable. What makes readers truly connect with a character is vulnerability. A hidden weakness can transform a seemingly unstoppable hero into someone readers care about and root for. The…

6 Types of Editing for Authors: Which One is Right for You? Every writer needs an editor. Fiction authors, researchers, scholars, journalists, and more. It doesn’t matter the amount of experience someone has—we’re all human, and we all make mistakes. When it comes to writing a book, there are multiple stages of creation: outlining, researching, drafting, writing, editing, revision, proofing,…

What is the secret to being a successful writer? It’s the question every aspiring author asks themselves. And while personal definitions of success are different for each person, there is one universal rule that you need to succeed in any writing genre. They never told us this was a rule. They slipped it in, silently every week, until it took over our writing. What is writing school like? I…