Creating relatable characters for your novel
What is the one ingredient shared by every bestseller? A great, compelling character who's relatable to the reader.
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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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More tips about writing Psychological Thrillers
British thriller author Andy Maslen discusses the elements of a Psychological Thriller in this episode of the writing show First Draft Friday.
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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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Writing a Psychological Thriller
Psychological thrillers are blowing up the bestseller lists. Here's our latest First Draft Friday interview with author Andy Maslen, a recent entrant into the genre.
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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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Should pantsers become plotters?
Is outlining and plotting the best way to craft a novel or does "pantsing" result in a more creative approach?
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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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