Alessandra Torre, Author at Authors A.I.

Writer tipsApril 1, 2021

Building strong side characters

In the latest First Draft Friday, author Cindy Skaggs discusses how you can use secondary characters to improve your novel.

First Draft FridaysApril 1, 2021

FDF #21: How to Structure a Novel

At Noon ET, author Jim Woods will show you a fun, simple way to structure your book. Learn how to create a compelling story that draws in the reader and keeps them turning the page. In this live video chat, he’ll answer your questions and give you actionable tips.

Writer tipsMarch 18, 2021

Tips for building your editorial team

In the latest First Draft Friday, editor Marion Archer discusses what to look for when putting together an editorial team for your book edit.

First Draft FridaysMarch 16, 2021

FDF #20: Creating side characters that shine

At 5pm ET, author Cindy Skaggs will discuss using into secondary (or side) characters in your novel. Side characters can be instrumental in giving your book depth, opening up your fictional world, and can be a great place for additional plotlines and main character development to occur. In this live video chat, she’ll answer your questions and give you actionable tips on how to make the best use of these characters.

First Draft FridaysMarch 3, 2021

FDF #19: Building a stronger editing team

At 5pm ET, editor Marion Archer will discuss what you need to know about building in the right beta readers and developmental eyes, when to bring them on, and the importance of a well-rounded editing team. She’ll answer your questions and give you actionable tips on how to have a stronger editing team and process.

Genres, Writer tipsMarch 1, 2021

Tips for writing in the Young Adult voice

Author Alessandra discusses best practices for writing in the Young Adult voice with YA fiction author and ghostwriter Morgan Bader.

First Draft FridaysFebruary 18, 2021

FDF #18: Writing in the Young Adult Voice

At 12pm ET, Author Morgan Baden will discuss how to nail the Young Adult voice in your writing. In this live video chat with Alessandra Torre, they will explore how tone and language can make or break an authentic teen voice, and learn what makes a book be classified as YA in the first place.

Writer tipsFebruary 16, 2021

Writing mistakes to avoid in your novel

Book editor Susan Barnes reveals the most common missteps that authors make. These mistakes can cause poor reviews, lost sales, and readers abandoning your novel midway through. In this half-hour event, Susan teaches how to avoid common pitfalls and what to watch our for when you're writing and rewriting a draft.

Writer tipsFebruary 15, 2021

Is your romance novel too steamy?

Learn how to balance romantic gestures and heat levels in your romance writing from bestselling authors Bron Whitley and Alessandra Torre.

Writer tipsJanuary 31, 2021

How to become a more prolific writer

As a writer, have you ever achieved flow state - that feeling when words flow like water? Author Chris Fox explains how he writes 5,000 words an hour in this interactive chat.

Writer tipsJanuary 18, 2021

$Improving your first page$

Improving your first page

If done right, a novel's first page can be a powerful ally to generate sales. On the other side of that coin, your first page can be a powerful deterrent for readers if it misses its mark.

First Draft FridaysJanuary 16, 2021

FDF #17: How hot should your romance novel be?

At 5pm ET, romance authors Bron Whitley and Alessandra Torre will discuss heat levels in different romance subgenres. Learn tips on building chemistry among characters in sweet and steamy ways, along with some do's and don'ts of writing romantic scenes.