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Guest post by Tami Nantz There’s no way around it: If you want to write a story that pulls in readers, you must include compelling characters. They need to feel: Believable Mysterious Relatable But that’s difficult to pull off—one reason most stories are unpublishable. Maybe you’re feeling this tension right now. Maybe you’ve created a […]
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You’ve got a great story idea you’re confident can become a page turner. This is the one that won’t leave you alone. Every time you think or speak of it, you embellish it. Now what? Plan your story like you’d plan a vacation — you wouldn’t leave home without an idea of where you’re headed, […]
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If you’re a Pantser (one who writes by the seat of your pants), you’re not interested in outlining a novel. Trust me, I’m a Pantser myself. I’ve written nearly 200 books, two-thirds of those novels — and guess what? I don’t outline. Oh, I’m not saying I don’t have an idea where I’m going. I […]
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You may have a great story but no idea where to start. Whether an Outliner or a Pantser, you need an idea of where you’re going. So…. Where do you begin? What’s the middle supposed to look like? How do you craft a resounding ending? You need a basic story structure, and the good news […]
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Naming characters can be nearly as stressful as naming a newborn. You want interesting and memorable names, but not quirky or outrageous — unless you’re writing a comedy. You definitely don’t want boring names. When you hit on the right name, you’ll know it. And if you’re like me, your favorite novels have unforgettable characters […]
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