FDF #53: Character Bias
Join us, Friday, January 20th at 12PM NOON Eastern Time. Our guest, Timothy Byron will discuss how an author's subconscious biases, and life experiences may determine the traits and personality types of their characters. Join us as we will discuss unconscious character bias. This is a FREE live chat, so please bring your questions and opinions. Timothy will give you actionable tips! Sign up now!
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FDF #51: Juggling Writing and Life
Join us, Friday, December 16th at 12PM NOON Eastern Time. Our guest, bestselling author of the David Wolf and Ali Falco Series Jeff Carson will share some of what helps him stay on track and mostly sane as he juggles life and creating the next novel. This is a FREE live chat, so please bring your questions and opinions. Jeff will give you actionable tips! Sign up now!
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Using outlines to prevent writer’s block
Science fiction author Scott Bartlett discusses and shares his simple method for structuring stories.
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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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A quick tip for staying productive as an author
For authors, sitting at a desk for hours on end can be less than productive. Here's a productivity tip from a fantasy author about how to get the creative juices flowing.
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