Should I Fictionalize My Memoir?
Whether you choose to fictionalize your past or write about it as memoir, write in the narrative form that feels right for you. Here's how to decide which that might be.
Do I Need a Writing Coach?
If you need help navigating a novel or structuring a memoir, or simply need encouragement, consider working with a writing coach.
How to Improve and Inspire Your Writing: 7 Books That Will Pave the Way
Of the many excellent books on the art and craft of writing, here are seven to inspire you.
How to Begin Your Novel — and Why Beginnings Are Important
The beginning of a story is crucial. It can make the difference in gaining the attention of a prospective agent, acquisitions editor, and ultimately the reader. So, how do you start? Here are some suggestions to help you find your beginning.
The Power of Place in Story
If place wields such power, why do we sometimes relegate it to a secondary role when writing story?
How Reading Improves Your Writing
If we want to hone our craft, we need to expose ourselves to the work of excellent writers.
14 Tips on How to Write Good Dialogue
With good dialogue, a character's words come alive on the page and connect with us. Good dialogue will keep that prospective literary agent turning the pages and the reader wanting more.
What Makes a Good Story?
Everyone loves a good story. We all know one when we read one. But what makes a good story?
How to Get Unstuck When Writing
These Write Angles pieces are supposed to offer advice about writing. It was my turn to contribute a piece and I debated the subject. Should I write about how to write memorable characters or good dialogue? Give advice on writing a memoir, or discuss what makes a compelling story? After getting up from my desk...
Writing Is Rewriting Is Rewriting Is Rewriting
Everyone's doing it—your kindergarten teacher, your car mechanic, your acupuncturist, that nosy neighbor across the street—so why can't you? It's not brain surgery, after all, and the only heavy lifting required is raising finger to keyboard, and voila, you're a writer! Or … not. Writing may not be brain surgery, but it's definitely surgical, and...