New on the monthly roundup, Philip Athans reminds us that writing is a lifelong calling while Kristen Lamb reviews different aspects of world-building.
Tiffany Yates Martin examines the elements that go into creating complex characters. Speaking of which, what makes characters “likeable”? That depends on genre, as Anne R. Allen explains.
Over at Career Authors, Hank Phillippi Ryan and Dana Isaacson provide advice on self-editing while Daryl Wood Gerber helps us avoid burnout while writing a series.
From Writer Unboxed, Donald Maass delves into the inner workings of story imagination and Kathryn Craft encourages us to visualize our scenes not as authors, but as our characters.
All that a lot more. Enjoy!
Are You a “Lifer”? by Philip Athans
Beyond Character Goal and Motivation – The Longing and the Lack by Tiffany Yates Martin
17 BookBub As Designs Promoting Books in a Series by Carlyn Robertson
DIY Author Marketing 101 by Michal Leah
Why “Likeable” Characters Depend on Genre by Anne R. Allen
10 Things Beginning Writers Must Do by Anne R. Allen
5 Tips to Pick Up the Pace by Dana Isaacson
Copy Editing Secrets by Hank Phillippi Ryan
5 Tips to Keep a Series Fresh by Daryl Wood Gerber
World-Building: Captivate Readers and Never Let Go by Kristen Lamb
Seeing Through a Character’s Eyes: Literally by Kathryn Craft
Three Modes of Story Imagination by Donald Maass
Trademark Tips for Writers – How to Protect Your Creative Work by Matt Knight
Writing Mistakes: Choosing Between Plotting vs. Pantsing by Michael Woodson
10 Relaxing Activities to Rediscover Your Writing Voice by Miles Oliver