Posted on November 8, 2023 at 9:00 AM by Sadye Scott-Hainchek
The publishing experts we follow have plenty of craft advice to offer.
Here are the ones that we thought were can't-miss for our authors:
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How to create a protagonist with true depth: Angela Ackerman teaches you how to compile a character bible to ensure your readers recognize your lead character as a fully developed and consistent human being (Writers Helping Writers).
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How high stakes keep readers and viewers invested: Author and book coach Susanne Dunlap uses the TV series Queen Charlotte as a case study for how to hook and keep your readers (Jane Friedman).
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How to create stories that children can actually read: Editor and author Brooke Vitale explains the concept of decodable text to empower you to write for the youngest readers (Writer's Digest).
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Tips for creating and managing a large cast of characters: Author Holly M. Wendt shares three key pieces of advice for ensuring your readers will remember and distinguish the players in your novel (Writer's Digest).
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Writing the villain: Author Yasmin Angoe realized that she excels at (and enjoys) creating bad guys; here's what she thinks she is behind that success (Writer Unboxed).
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