He’s a Red Shirt, But I Love Him
Creating a short-term character who feels engaging and emotionally resonant can enhance your story’s depth and keep readers invested.
Category: process
Chaos Junkie for NaNoWriMo
Aboard a ship full of oddballs, drones, and big dreams, Sofi must outwit saboteurs, tackle unexpected spacewalks, and prove she’s more than just the misfit in the crew.
The Logic Trap
You might also think of a logic trap as a plot hole, a continuity error, or narrative inconsistency. But any way you name it, it causes your story to bog down, like a 1972 Lincoln Continental in beach sand.
How to Be a Good Writing Partner
Have you ever given harsh or unhelpful feedback? It’s easy to slip into the role of ruthless professor or critical editor instead of supportive writing partner.
A Natural Writer
I rely on intuition, an ear for language, and my emotional responses to guide me through a story.
Practice, Practice, Practice Quiz
More practice of exposition vs scene, showing vs telling, with answers by ChatDog.