Plotting simply means writing out the plot before you start writing your book. People do this in a myriad of ways and there are countless plotting methods that people use to understand the story structure, identify character relationships, and so on.
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Writing By The Seat Of Your Pants | Pantsing
Generally speaking, there are two main categories of writers: pantsers and plotters.
Finding The Can’t – Hero Motivation
This week, we’ve been discussing character motivation. We’ve covered general motivation and the three questions that you need to ask. We’ve talked about villains, and now I want to talk about heroes.
How To Write A Villain Readers Will Love To Hate
This week, we’re discussing character motivation, and today we are specifically focusing on villains that we love to hate.
Determining Character Motivation | 3 Question Framework
I recently stumbled upon an intriguing quote. It stated that heroes and villains always share the same backstory—pain. The difference lies in how they handle it.
How Flow Helps My Writing
As writers, wouldn’t it be great if every time you sat down to write, it was an optimal experience?
Living a High Flow Lifestyle
Continuing our discussion on flow, I want to delve into the concept of a high flow life.
Flow: How to Supercharge Your Creativity
Have you heard about the state of Flow? If you take the internet’s word for it, you might believe that flow is a semi-mystical state in which productivity is just magically supercharged.
Taking All Perspectives – Feedback is How We Improve
There are two main schools of thought when it comes to developing skill and improving craft: double down on your strengths or improve your weaknesses
Detaching Yourself From Your Art – Learning to Take Feedback
Today, I want to continue our discussion about taking feedback. Specifically, I want to talk about detachment and how useful it can be as an artist.
Ego In Art – Feedback Is Tough!
Over my career I’ve written millions of published words across 25 books. I’ve also sold more than half a million copies of my books. So, why is it that a comment or review about how one of my books is boring just shreds me?