A deep dive into character development
Author Gordon Byron takes a deep dive into character development when writing a novel in this First Draft Friday podcast episode.
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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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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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FDF #75: How to add humor to romance and suspense writing
Happening on Friday, March 22, 2024 at 5 pm ET. In this episode of First Draft Friday, our guest is instant #1 New York Times bestselling author Lucy Score. Lucy will discuss how she adds humor to her work - and share tips on how you can do the same. You won’t want to miss this FREE live chat! In this First Draft Friday video chat, Lucy will answer your questions and share her experience.
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Conquering the writer’s block myth
Writers who face writer's block will be interested in the STICK framework, a framework for overcoming this common challenge.
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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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For florid purple prose, just ask an AI
Here are examples of flowery purple prose for romance novels created by generative AI whose models were not properly trained.
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