When you look at the basic structure of a scene, you get two different compounds: action that leads to disaster, and the aftermath. The aftermath is slow, compared to the action of the scene. But they are rarely balanced. The aftermath can be only a sentence after a series of activities, or a long period of reflection. The truth is, trying to control the timing of events in … [Read more...] about 5 Mistakes about the Timing of Events in Your Story That You Should Avoid
Writing & Editing
5 Things Writers Need to Let Go of in Order to Be Successful
Being a writer is not the easiest job in the world – but it’s also not the most difficult one either. Or, in any case, it doesn’t have to be difficult. Every job has its highs and lows, but when you write for a living, if you become so dissatisfied and discouraged that you are unable to make the words go, then you have a problem. No one will tell you to be at your work post at … [Read more...] about 5 Things Writers Need to Let Go of in Order to Be Successful
5 Harsh Truths Every Writer Needs to Face
Non-writers often think that being a writer is the easiest thing in the world. Some of them even go so far as to say that writing for a living is not having a job. Well, writers know well that the truth is quite different. Today, however, we will talk about the people who want to be writers, but for some reason, never seem to start. They find many different excuses as to why … [Read more...] about 5 Harsh Truths Every Writer Needs to Face
How to Polish Your Writing and Improve Upon Style
There are many elements of what makes a novel good, great or a work of genius. Many famous writers are known to say that after a bestselling novel, they get a writer’s block, because they feel the need to outdo themselves, which is one of the most difficult things a writer can face. But, it’s the truth. Writers need to progress on a constant pace, becoming better and better, … [Read more...] about How to Polish Your Writing and Improve Upon Style
How to Write Unforeseen Events in Your Novels
Plot twists give spice to a novel, and turn it from a tightly plotted piece into a masterpiece that will remain in the readers’ minds for years to come. Just look at your favorite books. What is it that makes them so memorable and so enjoyable that you want to reread them, over and over again? The answer is always the same. Your favorite novels have a tightly woven plot, … [Read more...] about How to Write Unforeseen Events in Your Novels