Do you need a writing coach?
Fantasy author Dave Reed chat with suspense author Alessandra Torre about the advantages of using a writing coach.
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Transitioning from nonfiction to fiction
Authors new to fiction need to be aware of the stylistic differences between fiction and nonfiction. Here are tips on how to breathe emotion and life into your fiction works.
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Writing believable scenes in your novel
Bestselling thriller author Fiona Quinn discusses her research methods and how to achieve realism in fiction in this video chat.
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Why is pacing important in fiction?
Pacing is what keeps readers turning pages. This article explains the importance of pacing and provides a pacing checklist for authors to keep handy.
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Marlowe 2.0: The latest in AI for authors
We're announcing the release of Marlowe 2.0, an artificial intelligence tool to help authors improve their long-form fiction.
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The importance of pacing in fiction writing
Everyone notices pacing in a story, whether they can label it or not. There’s an expectation in fiction that a story will not only contain certain elements but deliver them at a pace that feels right for the setting and characters.
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How to structure your novel
Jim Woods, a full-time writer with seven years of experience, provides authors with a simple way to structure their novel and create a compelling story that draws in the reader.
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Building strong side characters
In the latest First Draft Friday, author Cindy Skaggs discusses how you can use secondary characters to improve your novel.
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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.
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Authors’ writing advice comes to life
Here's a look at writing advice from some of the world's best known authors, along with their animated images in MyHeritage's trippy AI program Deep Nostalgia.
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Examples of narrative arcs in modern fiction
Do novels share certain storytelling patterns? An A.I. has determined that most best-sellers use one of seven universal plot archetypes.
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The storytelling secrets of ‘The Queen’s Gambit’
A look at the storytelling techniques in the Netflix series "The Queen's Gambit" and how authors can learn its techniques.
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