Guest Speaker Dan Wells on Apex Writers
Come listen to Dan Wells talk about writing advice and his career as a New York Times Bestselling Author for his books!
David Farland
December 14, 2021
David Farland: Story Doctor Writing Tips
Recent Writing Tips
Religion in Fiction
Certain works of fiction are designed to appeal to readers with strong belief systems. But not all “religious fiction” need be religious.
David Farland
December 13, 2021
Refining Your Tastes
There is a danger in exposing yourself to too much vapid art. It can weaken your judgment and erode your sensibilities, until the time comes when you see things that are merely passable, and somehow think that they’re good.
David Farland
December 10, 2021
Showing, Telling, Making
the adage “Show, don’t tell” is used to beg for more information. Yet I’ve always felt that that advice is . . . imprecise.
David Farland
December 9, 2021
Spectacular Settings
When I’m looking at a story, one of the simple things I look at is setting. There are so many aspects to setting, so let’s just look at a few
David Farland
December 8, 2021
Finding a Literary Agent
Before becoming one of publishing’s most influential mentors, David Farland started as a pre-medical student who made the bold choice to become a “story doctor” instead. This career transformation shows that success can come from unexpected directions.
David Farland
December 7, 2021
Being Prolific
How to make a living as an author. Being prolific is not something I think about, but it is something I can teach.
David Farland
December 6, 2021
Write That Novel
Discover the Secrets of Writing Success From Bestselling Author David Farland Here’s What You Will Learn in this Writing Book David Farland Produces More Top
David Farland
December 4, 2021
Imagination
You may not realize it, but the most common problem with stories is that they’re tepid.
David Farland
December 3, 2021
Working with a Cast of Millions
I’ve mentioned before that many bestselling stories share a common trait: they appeal to broad audiences—old and young, male and female.
David Farland
December 2, 2021
Apex Writers Presents Joanna Penn
Over at www.apex-writers.com, we have special guests that join us biweekly to share their expertise. Today’s special guest clip comes from Joanna Penn who speaks
David Farland
December 1, 2021
How to Critique Another Writer
“How should I critique another person’s writing in a writing group?”
In this video, I’ll talk to you about how to give proper criticism and how to receive it as well!
David Farland
November 30, 2021
When to Stop Polishing a Manuscript
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
David Farland
November 29, 2021
Apex Writers Presents Brandon Sanderson
If you read fantasy and sci-fi, chances are you’ve heard of Brandon Sanderson. Now you can hear him on Apex Writers!
Ben Wolverton
November 26, 2021
Self Publishing vs. Traditional Publishing
I’ll talk to you about the differences between traditional and self-publishing, writing query letters, how to find an agent, and more.
Ben Wolverton
November 23, 2021
