Writers In The Storm

The Decline of Creativity: What Happened to Our Creative Mojo?

Guest Blogger — Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:46:00 +0000

Explore the decline of creativity, why we've lost our creative spark, and how rediscovering creative pursuits can bring more joy into our lives.

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Author Marketing Burnout: My Shouldshank Redemption

Guest Blogger — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 09:45:00 +0000

Struggling with author marketing burnout? Break free from the shoulds and rediscover your love of writing. Find out how Diana Stout got past hers.

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Self-Publishing Tools: Your Publishing Pipeline

Guest Blogger — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 09:33:00 +0000

Explore essential self-publishing tools, from writing and formatting to designing and publishing your book. Read to learn what your options are.

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Craft in the Age of AI: Sending a Scout Into Your Draft

Lisa Norman — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:04:00 +0000

Lisa Norman takes us into the hidden spaces where AI power users discuss the craft of writing in ways the headlines won't tell you.

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One Chapter, Six Mirrors: My Experiment in Getting Found

Guest Blogger — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:44:00 +0000

When the old ways of getting found stopped working for most, RJ Redden hung one chapter in six "mirrors." Discover the mirrors and see the results!

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Struggling with Character Voice? Check Your Point of View

Guest Blogger — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:42:00 +0000

Which comes first? Your character's voice or their strong point of view? Veteran writer Janice Hardy offers tips and examples for stronger writing.

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Conflict in Fiction Writing, 7 Main Types

Ellen Buikema — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 08:29:00 +0000

Conflict creates tension and stakes, making the story engaging and relatable. Ellen shares several possible conflict types to keep your readers entertained.

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Author Blind Spots: The Gaps You Can't See

Jenn Windrow — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:37:00 +0000

You know your characters and their world inside and out, but how much makes it onto the page? Discover how author blind spots confuse readers and learn to catch them before they weaken your story.

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When Is It Okay to Quit a Story?

Guest Blogger — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:30:00 +0000

Three signs that let a writer know when it might be time to quit a particular writing project. When do you persevere, and when do you set it aside?

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Living at the Corner of FEAR and FINE

Jenny Hansen — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:44:00 +0000

FEAR and FINE are acronyms for two forms of writer self-sabotage. It's a bad corner to loiter on (horrifically deep potholes). Find out how to avoid that corner!

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