When I edit manuscripts for other authors, one of the main problems I see is slipping up when it comes to point of view, especially confusing third-person limited and omniscient. Let’s break all this down so it’s easier to understand. Third-person point of view means that the narrative of the story is told in the
Read MoreWriting craft
World-building tips for fantasy authors
World-building can be one of the most fun but difficult processes, so I wanted to share some of my best world-building tips for fantasy authors! At the end of the post, I’ll also share some books and other resources you can check out to improve your world-building skills. As with any area of writing craft,
Read More
Goals, stakes, and urgency: The screenwriting method that works for novels
The GSU (goals, stakes, and urgency) method was mentioned in an article on ScriptShadow by Carson Reeves as a method of developing a screenplay – but it works great for novels, too! Screenplay methods can often be applied to novel-writing. Jessica Brody adapted Save the Cat! (a well-known beat sheet for screenplays) into an excellent
Read More