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Genres, Writer tipsMay 9, 2024
Complicated plot? No problem!

Complicated plot? No problem!

Alessandra Torre and Sci-Fi author David D. Levine discuss how to get your hands around a complicated story and put it onto the page.

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Genres, Writer tipsMay 3, 2024
Weaving historical research into a novel

Weaving historical research into a novel

Alessandra Torre talks with bestselling Historical Romance author Audrey Harrison about conducting research for your novel - and how to turn that research into stories that readers will love.

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Genres, Writer tipsMarch 28, 2024
How to add humor to your novel

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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FDF #75: How to add humor to romance and suspense writing

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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FDF #73: Writing Third-Person Thrillers

FDF #73: Writing Third-Person Thrillers

In this episode of First Draft Friday, our guest, bestselling thriller author Melissa Miller, discusses writing in multiple third-person POV thrillers.

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FDF #72: Creating Dark Anti-Heroes

FDF #72: Creating Dark Anti-Heroes

In this episode of First Draft Friday, our guest is bestselling romantic fantasy author Scarlett St. Clair. Scarlett discusses how she creates dark anti-heroes who readers fall in love with.

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Genres, Writer tipsJanuary 18, 2024
Writing as a hybrid author

Writing as a hybrid author

Alessandra Torre and USA Today bestselling author Xio Axelrod discuss the benefits of being both self-published and traditionally published.

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FDF: Writing in Different Voices

FDF: Writing in Different Voices

Happening on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 5pm ET! In this episode of First Draft Friday, our guest is New York Times bestselling thriller author Brett Battles. Brett will discuss writing in different voices and styles. You won’t want to miss this FREE live chat! In this First Draft Friday video chat, Brett will answer your questions and share his experience.

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FDF #76: From Research to Stories

FDF #76: From Research to Stories

Happening on Friday, April 26, 2024 at 12pm Noon ET! In this episode of First Draft Friday, our guest is bestselling historical romance author Audrey Harrison. Audrey will discuss researching historical romances and how that research inspires and creates the ideas for bestselling novels. You won’t want to miss this FREE live chat! In this First Draft Friday video chat, Audrey will answer your questions and share her experience.

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Genres, Writer tipsJanuary 11, 2024
When authors pivot to a new genre

When authors pivot to a new genre

Wall Street Journal bestselling author Jeff Wheeler discusses switching from writing in the fantasy genre to writing action thrillers.

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FDF #71a: Tips on Pivoting

FDF #71a: Tips on Pivoting

Variety is the spice of life - but is it also the secret to a long and prosperous author career? Our guest, Wall Street Journal bestselling author Jeff Wheeler, knows his stuff, and with a recent pivot into writing thrillers, he's the perfect author to have this discussion with.

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FDF #71: Writing as a Hybrid Author

In this episode of First Draft Friday from Authors A.I. our guest is bestselling contemporary romance author Xio Axelrod. Alessandra Torre and Xio Axelrod discuss themes related to writing romance, and Xio's journey from indie to published author.

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