Idea to Novel: Developing a Cohesive Narrative
I probably couldn’t name the numerous ideas and story lines that cross my mind in a given period of time. While most stay in my daydreams, some of them make it to paper. That’s actually where my two novels started, a single chapter I cobbled together at age 13. No real plot or character depth, just a scene. A moment that inspired a novel.
Story Arc: Refreshing the Basics
Why am I writing a post on story arcs? Am I bored, looking for something to write about?
I wish. As much as I think I know novel writing, I find myself learning new things and relearning the importance of old lessons. As of late, I’ve been bombarded by movies and books with very little direction. They have all the right elements, yet lack an arc that takes you from uncertainty to triumph. Perhaps I’m simply making myself feel better that I know how to write properly, but hopefully this refresher helps you as much as me.
Reasons Why Your Novel Should Marinate
Writing a novel is thrilling. Thoughts become prose, imagination solidified into ink. After the first draft, you stress over edits. What should stay, what should go. What’s missing and what needs to not exist. By the time you finish the final draft, you’re ready to do whatever it takes to see it in the hands of readers.
But sometimes what a book needs most is to sit. And wait. And marinate.
An Author’s Special Touch: Top 10 Edits for Writers
Essays and reports are a common occurrence in all professions and being prepared with a list of do’s and don’t’s can make the difference in a class or job. While these work for everyone, this list of 10 edits are special for writers. As the designation suggests, a writer’s entire job rests on books, articles, anthologies. Even blogs! It’s important to ace the grammar and incorporate the previous tips. To go more in-depth with content, here’s ten things writers need to look at. Again, the order doesn’t matter; they’re all important.