Have you ever poured your heart and soul into writing a scene, spent hours polishing it to perfection, and then sent it off to a group of readers...
How to Write Scenes Readers Will Remember
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Ellie Estrema
When You’re Not Changing the World with Your Writing: Dealing with Writing Discouragement
You and I aren’t there yet. “There” may look different for both of us. You may want to be an author someday or work in the writing industry. Or you...
How To Be More Consistent With Writing Even When Your Schedule Turns Upside Down
You used to have a great writing habit. Key word being used to. But now, perhaps because of a new school year, an unexpected move, or a diagnosis,...
How to Recover From Creative Burnout
I couldn’t figure out why my story wasn’t working. When I’d first started this project, I had been so excited that I could hardly stand it. Yeah, I...
The Young Writer’s Ultimate Guide to Writing Theme
You want your stories to matter, but you have the nagging sensation that they don’t. You know that you have a great message to share, but in the...
How to Write Fantasy that Matters: 7 Tips That Will Revolutionize Your Story
You have always loved fantasy. J.R.R. Tolkien, Andrew Peterson, J.K. Rowling, N.D. Wilson, C.S. Lewis, Jill Williamson, and S.D. Smith all have...
How To Overcome Writer’s Block: 10 Brainstorming Techniques for When You Get Stuck
Right now, you probably shouldn’t be reading this post. You should be crafting incredible stories, compelling plotlines, and unforgettable...