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You may not realize it, but the most common problem with stories is that they’re tepid.
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You may not realize it, but the most common problem with stories is that they’re tepid.
Many new writers don’t know when to stop polishing a manuscript and move on to the next. Part of the reason for that might have
You often begin plotting your story with little in mind—a powerful image or an emotion that we want to capture, a clever idea for a twist.
How many new writers take the proper care with their words? How many truly listen?
When you’re describing a setting, it’s important to bring the scene to life. Part of bringing a scene to life, though, is to explore how your character feels about the setting.
Many times, you’ll find that you must use the same words over and over. For example, if two men are trying to fix a radiator on a truck, you will probably need to say “radiator” several times.
In many novels you will have a fight scene—everything from a verbal scuffle as two people break up to a major battle, and because this is often the climax to your story, you might want to approach the scene cautiously.
As lead judge to the world’s largest competition for sci-fi and fantasy short fiction, David Farland can tell you exactly how to write a short
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