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Creating Realistic Characters, Why and How - Part 2

Now that we have expounded on the reason for creating realistic characters, how then do you create them? Even though this process seems daunting, it is not as difficult as it appears. One obvious tip is to give your character a flaw. There should be a...

Creating Realistic Characters, Why and How - Part 1

Are you looking for characters beyond the usual blue eyes and blonde hair? How can characters be defined to appear real and believable? Do happily-ever-after tales and heroic characters appear unrealistic to you? Do you crave for a touch of realism? We all (okay not all...

Fitting Settings - What to consider when selecting a Setting for your Story (Part 2)

(Continuation of Part 1…) A point of consideration is the creation of themes that match and showcase the setting’s unique features. Matching the two will elevate the story a notch and provide much-needed flow to the narrative. Another option is to use a setting that sharply...

Building Up Your Writing Bio

Creative writing requires patience but, on the other hand, it’s also a good idea to get your writing bio built up fairly quickly. How do you do that? Develop a Strategy for Submission. When you send your work out, you are making opportunities so it follows...

How to Choose The Right Critique Partner

Most writers have suffered from a bad critique at some time in their career and they know how much damage can be done by it. Choosing the right critique partner will ensure that your feedback is genuine and constructive, helping you rather than hindering. Why You...

Top Tips On Meeting Deadlines

It doesn’t matter whether you are writing as a career or for your own pleasure, deadlines are important. Without one your work has no direction but, sadly that one word strikes fear into the heart of many writers and it can cause them to slow...

Copyright Protection – What Is It And How Do You Get It?

All writers should understand the fundamentals of copyright law. It’s the only way to protect what you write before you sign all your rights away. It is, in all honesty, a straightforward matter to copyright anything you write, be it a poem, a short story,...

How a Parent Can Still Be a Creative Writer

A writer needs to write every single day. They all do it, from first timers to old hands. But writers are only human and when a young family is involved, it can cause huge disruption, not just to normal life but to your writing life...

Practical Tips To Help You Write Your First Novel – Part 2

We’ve established that writing is not easy and not everyone can do it. You are doing it and it can be so frustrating to find yourself stuck on something or struggling to stay focused. Continue reading my tips for kickstarting your creative juices and staying...

Practical Tips To Help You Write Your First Novel – Part 1

It doesn’t matter if this is your first novel or a second one that you are struggling with, a bit of help in getting your focus back on track never goes amiss. The practical tips here will help you to go from your very first word...