Every character wants something. You (and your character) must decide what she is willing to give up to achieve her goal. This …
Pre-Plot or Write?
She has several successful YA novels, a memoir, and an adult novel published by major publishing houses and a contract for the …
What Happens After the Climax of Your Novel, Memoir, Screenplay
The resolution comes immediately after the climax of your novel, memoir, screenplay. The true ending of the story is the …
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How Much Backstory in the Beginning is Too Much and How Little is Too Little?
Question from a writer on Facebook: You and most writing gurus suggest not weighing down the beginning with Backstory. I agree. I …
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