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May
24
2013
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Stressing the De-stressing of the Damsel in Distress

Written by David Powers King

A quick look at one of the most overused storytelling devices known and how to make it fresh, with various examples.

May
24
2013
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Inciting Incident(s)

Written by Mooderino

A story has more than one inciting incident. A lot more.

May
24
2013
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The World of Charlie Sullivan and the Monster Hunters!

Written by D.C. & Michael McGannon

Father and son duo D.C. & Michael McGannon talk about the world they've created in their series Charlie Sullivan and the Monster Hunters!

May
24
2013
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Blog Tour: Insight by Terron James and Giveaway!

Written by Rebekah Grow

What do you do when the books you are reading don't cut it? Author Terron James found a solution. He wrote the novel he wanted to read!

May
24
2013
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Guest Post: Introspection During The Characters Black Moment by Angela Ackerman

Written by Angela Ackerman

Author Angela Ackerman shares insights from a recent writing conference and session with Literary Agent and Writing Instructor Donald Maass.

May
24
2013
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Done vs. Done-Done

Written by Jim Heskett

How do you know when your manuscript is good enough to call it finished?

May
22
2013
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Review: Opium Dreams by Kiana Davenport

Written by Lehua Parker

If you scratched Kiana Davenport, beneath her sophisticated, erudite veneer you’d find the heartbeat of a no-nonsense Waimanalo tita.

May
22
2013
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Beholders, Book One: Insight

Written by David Powers King

A review of Terron James's debut YA high fantasy novel.

May
22
2013
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Mistakes, Vulnerability, and Critiques

Written by Jayrod Garrett

What my mistakes concerning vulnerability have taught me about receiving critiques from others.

May
22
2013
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Miscommunication: Bad For Characters, Awesome For Authors

Written by Anthony Dutson

Every author uses miscommunication, but why is it important?

May
22
2013
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Structure Is Essential

Written by Carrie-Anne

Even a quieter, character-based story needs some kind of structure. Events also must happen for a reason and not come out of nowhere.

May
21
2013
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Things A Scene Needs

Written by Mooderino

What does your character want? What are they doing to get it? What are the consequences of the attempt?