Writing Process Check-In

Recap: Last week, I offered a reminder that we can’t forget to live life while we’re building and destroying worlds, connecting lovers, or sending the chosen one on the path of no return. Often writers hyper-focus on their works in progress and don’t realize they need a break, or just to take time for themselves …

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Manufacturing Your Muse: Mirror the Greats

Recap: Last week, you learned about consistency and different ways you could be consistent in your writing life. Have you been working on writing every day? Try the three different ways from last week's post, or create an approach that works best for you. I'll repeat this often through my writing tip posts. There is …

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Crafting Your First Draft: Plotter, Panster, or Plantser?

The post discusses starting the first draft of a novel, emphasizing that the approach (plotter, panster, plantser) doesn't matter. It encourages embracing the writing process and creating motivation when inspiration wanes. The focus is on getting started and adjusting tactics if needed. The conclusion urges continued writing and invites sharing progress in the comments.

Creating a Living, Breathing World: Beyond Surface-Level Setting

Your world isn't just a backdrop—it's a living character that breathes, challenges, and transforms your protagonist. Discover how to craft settings that aren't mere scenery, but powerful narrative engines that reflect inner struggles, create unexpected opportunities, and elevate your storytelling beyond the ordinary.