Should You Include a Rape Scene in Your Story? — On Game of Thrones, Mad Max, and Sexual Assault
So many women, myself included, are tired of seeing their beloved female characters abused again and again and again.
Writing
NaNoWriMo Prep: Discord Community + the Novel Planner Spreadsheet
Participating in NaNoWriMo next month? We’ve got some resources to help you succeed!
Four Ways to Prepare for NaNoWriMo
The most wonderful time of the year is right around the corner: National Novel Writing Month! Here’s how you can prepare.
NaNoWriMo Prep: Use a Beat Sheet to Plan Your Novel
Novel structure is important to know about because it keeps readers turning pages.
We Want More of These 4 Relationship Types in Fiction
While many stories zero in on the “will they/won’t they” romances, there are many other relationship types to be explored.
How to Write a Compelling Fallen Hero
Here are some steps to follow for when your hero decides to turn bad.
Murderbot, Voice, and Unreliable Narrators
As an editor, I’m often asked what voice is and how to develop it when writing a novel.
Add Tension to Your Novel with These Three Methods
If you want to add some variety or another layer of complications in your story, consider hitting your characters with interpersonal troubles.
4 Fantasy Settings that Aren’t Medieval Britain
Challenge yourself to think out of the box for your next fantasy story.
Seven Obstacles for Characters in Love
In a fictional romance, there needs to be something that keeps your lovestruck characters apart, and this is true for all genres.
3 Tropes to Avoid When Your Hero has a Disability
Here’s what not to do when your hero has a disability.
