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How to Create Characters the Easy Way

July 2, 2018June 28, 2019 / Renea Guenther / 19 Comments

A story can't exist without characters. But with all the different character creation lists out there, it can be difficult to know where to start.

How to Build a Realistic World That Will Awe Your Readers

June 25, 2018June 28, 2019 / Renea Guenther / 15 Comments

If we want our world to come alive in our readers' minds, we have to make it feel real. The more complex and diverse your world is, the better your readers will be able to relate it and the easier it will be to generate a variety of conflict for your characters.

How to Build a Stronger Story Using Theme

June 18, 2018June 28, 2019 / Renea Guenther / Leave a comment

A book should be about more than plot and characters. Theme is the structure that determines your characters, setting, and plot. You can explore concepts of human existence, personality, interactions, the interconnection of the species.

15 Questions to Choose the Best Story

June 11, 2018June 28, 2019 / Renea Guenther / Leave a comment

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.

How to Build a Powerful Premise in 6 Easy Steps

June 4, 2018June 28, 2019 / Renea Guenther / 1 Comment

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)

May 28, 2018June 28, 2019 / Renea Guenther / 1 Comment

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)

May 21, 2018June 28, 2019 / Renea Guenther / 2 Comments

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)

May 14, 2018November 2, 2019 / Renea Guenther / 4 Comments

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.

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