Write a story both you and your readers will love. We all want to make money, but if you can't find the motivation to write it, then why bother. Use these tips to find the happy medium between what makes you happy and what will sell.
Choosing a Story
How to Build a Powerful Premise in 6 Easy Steps
Get to know your story line inside and out before you start writing. Knowing how each scene fits in the grand scheme of things can make the writing process faster and easier. Especially when it comes to facing down a soggy middle.
Brainstorming Ideas For Your Story (Part Three)
Work on your idea until you have one cohesive story. Look for ways to expand upon your ideas until they are solid in your mind. Make sure you cover all parts of your story before you start any in-depth planning or writing.
Brainstorming Ideas For Your Story (Part Two)
Sometimes racking your brain can make it more difficult to come up with ideas. Stepping away from a problem and taking a break allows your subconscious to work without your direct focus. So, relax and unleash your creativity.
Brainstorming Ideas For Your Story (Part One)
Nobody finds ideas in exactly the same way. We're all inspired by different things. There are a variety of techniques we can use to gather ideas. Find the one that works for you.
How To Choose Your Story’s Genre
Always be clear where your book belongs on a shelf. If you're confused, your readers will be too. This can be one of the most important decisions you can make when writing a novel. You don't want your book hidden in the wrong section. So, make your genre clear to the reader from the first page.
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