Got a theme that feels tacked-on? Preachy? Try introducing it into several storylines.

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Why is the funny character so often the side character? And can main characters also be funny? (Spoiler alert: they can.)

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The Central Tension of Your Book's Final Act I Have an Idea for a Novel. Now What???

Why does the final act of a book feel so intense?

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Spring. Finding daily inspiration and hope in nature.

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If you're having a hard time starting scenes, start with action rather than summary language.

More on my 3-ingredient recipe for strong scene openers: youtu.be/z219Yq19dDM?...

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In fiction, less is more. Don't be too literal, don't lay out everything, according to this video.
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Theme works best when it's tested by multiple storylines.

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Want to hook your reader at the start of each new scene? Just follow my super simple 3-ingredient recipe.

Full "recipe" breakdown: youtu.be/z219Yq19dDM?...

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Act 5: The Proof of the Truth I Have an Idea for a Novel. Now What???

What makes the final stretch of your book both powerful and rewarding? Your main character is acting in line with their truth and getting what they need: hollyschindler.substack.com/p/act-5-the-...

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This girl is writing novels now.

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Funny characters do FAR more than make your reader smile.

Comedic subplots video: youtu.be/mmI8vwYdev4?...

Story Lab for comedic writing: www.patreon.com/HollySchindler

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Overuse of Simile and Metaphor: Better Writing Tips Struggling with the overuse of simile and metaphor? Learn how to strengthen your writing with clear, effective figurative language techniques.

Do you tend to overuse simile and metaphor in your writing?

Let’s explore why this happens—and how to find the balance that makes your writing dazzle.

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Story Lab - Holly Schindler | Patreon Fiction and Writing Resources

Emphasize the humanity in your writing. Develop your voice with humor: www.patreon.com/HollySchindler

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Writing craft secrets every week. How to bridge creativity and craft.

This week – Character Development of a Genius

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We are continuing work on our novel. In this episode we pulled cards for the main character's supporting players, The Mentor and The Bard.

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A title card for a Substack post featuring an open book. All about how to write the dark-night-of-the-soul moment in a book.

How to write your novel's dark-night-of-the-soul moment: hollyschindler.substack.com/p/how-to-wri...

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Beyond Mysteries: How Writers Build Suspense in Any Genre • Career Authors Suspense isn’t just for mystery writers. Editor Dana Isaacson shares techniques for keeping readers of every genre riveted to the page.

Suspense isn’t just for mystery writers. Editor Dana Isaacson shares techniques for keeping readers of every genre riveted to the page.

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Writing craft secrets every week. How to bridge creativity and craft.

This week – Writing in a Tone of Voice Other Than the Traditional Canonical Tone.

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Yesterday was a good query day, so I decided to start my day off today with a little yoga to get the creative juices flowing. ‘Someone’ has other ideas.

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Fiction Foundations puts you straight into a group of writers who’ll get you, help you move forward, and lift you when your confidence falters. You don’t have to figure it out solo. Book your place and master the basics: zurl.co/6nyIU #MikeHollows #WritingFiction

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This week – Writing Long Novels

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There’s No Right or Wrong Way to Write Fiction - MJ Blehart - Author There is no right or wrong way to write fiction (or, when you get down to it, anything at all), Pantser, planner, or plantser doesn't matter.

Today, I’m doing a deep dive into the how of writing fiction.
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