Writing Tips for Fiction Writers
Crafting Your Masterpiece: Expert Guidance for Fiction Writers MyStoryDoctor.com is the first and last place you should visit for the best writing tips on the
David Farland
May 22, 2022
David Farland: Story Doctor Writing Tips
Recent Writing Tips
3 Tips that Strengthen Middles
While writing the middle of a story usually isn’t as tricky as the beginning, for many authors, the middle can start to sag if they
David Farland
May 11, 2022
4 Ways To Write A More Cathartic Story
A lot goes into a successful novel, from compelling characters to an engaging plot, solid pacing, and a vibrant world. However, none of these things are quite as important as catharsis.
Special Guest
May 6, 2022
Dos and Don’ts for Writing Viewpoint Voice
Many readers and editors state that a strong voice immediately draws them into a story, and one of the most important voices will come from
September C. Fawkes
May 4, 2022
3 Problems that Come Up with Middles
For many people, the middle of the novel is the biggest challenge. Writers usually know when they’ve got a good start, and they have months
David Farland
April 27, 2022
Understand and Implement Voice
In writing, voice happens at three levels: the author, the narrator, and the characters each have their own voices. While many editors and readers openly
September C. Fawkes
April 6, 2022
Fantasy and Our Modern World
Fantasy and Our Modern World: A Few Observations The first truly modern fantasy work was The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R Tolkien. That’s not
Matt Wright
April 1, 2022
Do What You Love
When you choose to do what you love, you have the greatest job in the world. If you love writing, it’s worth doing. Years ago,
David Farland
March 30, 2022
The Price of Magic
When writing in speculative genres, it’s important to consider the cost of magic. Everything in life has a cost. It’s a law so universally understood
David Farland
March 23, 2022
A Guide to Critiquing a Story
How should we critique someone’s writing? Frequently authors ask if I have a form that I use to help me critique a story. Given the
David Farland
March 16, 2022
When Considering Character Traits . . .
Character traits can be vital when it comes to writing a great story. As readers read, they are constantly making judgments, and one thing they are
David Farland
March 9, 2022
Less is More
At times you will want your prose to be as sparse as possible. For example, when you’re writing a fight scene, it’s no time to
David Farland
March 2, 2022
3 Cliches Found in Story Openings
Story openings can be some of the most difficult passages to write. You must introduce a potential conflict, an immersive world, and interesting characters, but
David Farland
February 23, 2022
How to Get Published
A Comprehensive Guide to Traditional and Self-Publishing Options Are you looking to publish a book? Let me tell you how to get it done. Today,
David Farland
February 3, 2022
Notes from the Editor
Recently I was asked to join Baen Books, a major speculative fiction company, as a consulting editor. In order to save time for both me and for authors, I’d like to tell you what I’m searching for.
David Farland
January 3, 2022
