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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FDF #56: Crafting Successful Series
Join us, Friday, February 17th at 12PM NOON Eastern Time. Our guest, James Rosone will share insight how to craft a series that draws readers into books seven, eight, and beyond. This is a FREE live chat, so please bring your questions and opinions. James will give you actionable tips! Sign up now!
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FDF #54: Deepening Character Development
Join us, Friday, February 3rd at 12PM NOON Eastern Time. Our guest, A.L. Jackson will share insight on how to develop unforgettable characters that will live in our readers' hearts forever. This is a FREE live chat, so please bring your questions and opinions. A.L. Jackson will give you actionable tips! Sign up now!
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Small-town settings to anchor your story
Robin James, bestselling author of 16 small-town crime thrillers, discusses tips for how to build fictional towns that readers relate to.
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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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FDF #40: Creating a Bestseller Using Marlowe
Our guest, best-selling author James Rosone, discusses how to use your Marlowe report to engineer a bestseller and develop effective audience targeting for your marketing campaign. 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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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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Giving your characters a personality
Authors Greta Boris and Alessandra Torre chat about using the Enneagram typing system to develop your characters' personality.
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How to write a gripping first page
Authors Joan Dempsey and Alessandra Torre chat about opening scenes in novels and how to create a gripping first page.
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Secrets of writing in different voices
Authors Jeff Wheeler and Alessandra Torre chat about writing in different voices and character point of views.
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Mind your language: Repetition, clichés and modifiers
For fiction authors, it's a balancing act to decide how much repetition and how many cliches to use in your fiction writing.
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How authors can stay productive during the pandemic
Authors A.I. asked its founding authors for tips on how to stay productive during the pandemic, whether you're locked down, shut in or just don't feel like having company over.
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