Jeff Elkins, aka, the Dialogue Doctor, who is an author, podcast host, and writing coach. Jeff shares his experience of conducting over 200 coaching sessions to help authors improve their dialogue and create engaging characters. He explains that the ideas and techniques in his book, “The Dialogue Doctor Will See You Now: How to Write…
Making connections as writers is important. But how do you go about leaving your shell to make those connections? Here are eight ways to connect. Collaboration for Authors: A Complete Guide to Collaborating, Finding a Partner, and Accelerating Your Author Career by Daniel Willcocks and J. Thorn Co-writing a book: Collaboration and Co-creation for Authors…
Today, we will cover using body language to improve your writing by conveying emotions, showing instead of telling, boosting characterization, and so much more. Former FBI Agent Explains How to Read Facial Expressions | WIRED – YouTube Question of the week: What are some overused phrases you try to avoid in your fiction writing? Get…
58: 7 Tips to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Writing, focusing on brain health and wellbeing for authors. The question of the week is: How do you refresh and renew your mind? Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric. Links: WritingPursuits.com Instagram: @WritingPursuitsPodcast Three Story Method Certified Editor KathreseMcKee.com Mailerlite (affiliate link)…
This is the last part of a six-part World Building Series. Today, we discuss five tips for incorporating myth and magic into your world building. The question of the week is: What are your favorite books, series, or movies that include mythology or magic? Get your free copy of the First Chapter Rubric. Links: WritingPursuits.com…
Today, iwe discuss everything from transportation and communication to architecture, construction, technology, and medical knowledge that goes into creating a believable, immersive world. Read the accompanying post at WritingPursuits.com: LINK The question of the week is: What are your favorite books and movies where these topics played a pivotal role. Share your favorites in the…
Society’s rules is a part of world building that often does not get enough attention. This is part 3 of a six-part world building series. Helpful Sources: 77 Caste System Examples (2023) – Helpful Professor Elumis – What Are Basic Human Rights? Sanderson’s Three Laws of Magic: Worldbuilding Advice for Game Masters The question of…
This is part 2 of a 6-part series on Worldbuilding entitled “Natures’ Realm: Set the Stage.” Discover ways to exploit the setting of your story for plot points and sources of conflict to make your novels more engaging and immersive. Accompanying YouTube video: https://youtu.be/_dl7rvWseqg Question of the week: How does the place you set your stories add…