The Surprising Truth About Showing vs. Telling
“Show, don’t tell” has its limits. When is telling preferable to showing?
Developmental Editing
5 Simple Ways to Transform Telling into Showing
Explore five simple and practical ways to show rather than tell your stories. Get ready to discover one of the most powerful tools in your writing toolbox!
The Character House, Pt. 13: 3 Ways to Build a Character House
Discover how to use the Character House to create fictional people whom your audience will follow until the very last page!
The Character House, Pt. 12: The 5 Stages of a Moving Character Arc
Developing a character arc can be one of the most exciting and challenging parts of writing your novel.
The Character House, Pt. 10: Emotions and Home Utilities
Your book can take readers on an emotional journey. These tips will help you avoid common pitfalls and grip readers’ attention with powerful emotions.
The Character House, Pt. 9: The Windows of Voice and Vulnerability
Learn how to showcase compelling narrative voices and heartfelt vulnerability to help readers experience the story through your character’s eyes.
3 Ways to Supercharge Your Scenes
The tools of scene structure can help you engage your audience. Get ready to create powerful scenes that keep your plot moving and your readers turning pages.