Enhance your fiction using research and facts
New York Times bestselling authors Alessandra Torre and Douglas E. Richards discuss how to enhance your fiction using research and facts.
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Using conflict story beats for maximum impact
Author Becca Puglisi discusses the pivotal role conflict plays in storytelling with host Alessandra Torre, CEO of Authors A.I.
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How to write compelling characters
Thriller author L.T. Ryan discusses developing compelling, relatable characters that readers can’t get enough of.
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How to pack an emotional punch in your writing
USA Today bestselling author Sierra Simone discusses how to infuse a fiction story with feeling and depth to make your book an unforgettable experience for your readers.
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How to add humor to your novel
New York Times bestselling author Lucy Score discusses how she adds humor to her work – and share tips on how you can do the same for your own writing.
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Myths, fantasy and dark anti-heroes
Romantasy author Scarlett St. Clair, author of NYT bestseller "A Touch of Chaos" on writing dark anti-heroes
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Should you write in multiple POVs?
Bestselling thriller author Melissa F. Miller discusses writing in multiple third person POVs.
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Continuing an author’s legacy
Dylan Pratt, son of superstar legal thriller author Scott Pratt, tells how he managed to continue his father's legacy of writing legal thrillers after his death.
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Pacing your book like a TV show
Screenwriting expert and bestselling author Ines Johnson emphasizes the importance of using key beats in a story to keep readers engaged on this First Draft Friday author chat.
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What ghostwriting is really like
Bestselling author Daniel Paisner takes you behind the scenes with ghostwriting both fiction and nonfiction in this First Draft Friday chat.
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The journey from book to film
Bestselling cozy mystery author Michele Scott talks about her journey to Hollywood's big screen.
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Revealing character through dialogue
Dialogue can be tricky, but there are a lot of techniques that can be used to establish your character's voices and personality. Dialogue expert Amy Bernstein shared her favorite tricks and techniques during this conversation.
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