by Ali | Nov 16, 2023 | Fiction
What is Pacing in Fiction? (And Is Your Pace Too Fast, Too Slow, or Just Right?) Your friend recommends a thriller to you and tells you it’s “a fantastic page-turner”. Another friend tells you about a sweet romance novel that’s a “gentle, slow burn”. Both your friends...
by Ali | Nov 9, 2023 | Creativity
Morning vs Night Writing Sessions: Which is Right for You … and How Can You Tell? Previously, I’ve covered finding the best time of day to write … but for many writers, the choice comes down to two prime slots: first thing in the morning or last thing at night. Unless...
by Ali | Oct 12, 2023 | Fiction
External Conflict: Six Types of External Conflict (With Examples) An argument. A stormy sea. A repressive community. A blood-sucking vampire. A terrible medical diagnosis. A rogue AI. What do all these have in common? They’re all different types of external...
by Ali | Sep 28, 2023 | Motivation
How to Write When … You’re Bored With What You’re Writing Do you ever feel bored with what you’re writing? As a freelancer, I’d love to say that I’m always 100% enthusiastic about every single topic I write on – but the truth is that some topics are just more...
by Ali | Sep 14, 2023 | Fiction
Internal and External Conflict: Why Your Story Needs Both (and How to Do Them Well) This article was originally published in October 2021 and updated in September 2023. All stories, however short, need conflict: a clash between two (or more) people, groups, ideas, or...
