Writing Craft

Dialogue is action
Writing Craft
July 27, 2023

Dialogue is action

Let's talk about how you can approach writing or revising dialogue to give it more energy and story momentum.

What makes a good open ending
Writing Craft
June 17, 2023

What makes a good open ending

A good open ending can be a brilliant way to conclude your story. It can create tension that the audience takes with them, allowing your story to marinate in their minds for days, weeks, or years after.

5 ways to use writing prompts
Writing Craft
June 17, 2023

5 ways to use writing prompts

Good, so you have your writing prompt. What now? How many possibilities does it offer? What kinds of exercises can you do with it? And, most importantly, how can you use it best for your development as a writer?

Make it primal
Writing Craft
June 18, 2023

Make it primal

What to do when you feel your story is too complicated? When you get feedback telling you it’s too complex and you need to “simplify it”?

Action comes from emotions
Writing Craft
July 3, 2023

Action comes from emotions

Your character's character is revealed through their actions and reactions. But what to do when you are not sure how they would react? Let's look at some ways you can play around with that.

Hero's Journey
Writing Craft
June 28, 2023

Hero's Journey

Hero’s Journey is a collection of common structural elements found universally in the world of storytelling. Read on to see a brief recap of every stage and some tips on how to tackle it.