Writing a story to theme helps steer the writing in the right direction. Sarah (Sally) Hamer offers questions to help us find the heart of our story.

Writing a compelling character is an important aspect of creating a novel. How do you do it? By giving that character a strong goal, motivation and conflict. 

Jenn Windrow returns with suggestions ranging from how to research your cover to how to find a cover designer and even choosing a premade book cover.

Guest blogger, Laura Drake, takes on an insidious invitation for our readers to skim our pages and offers examples so we can edit out authorsplaining.

Great characters are the beating heart of every memorable book. Lori Freeland offers you how-to insights and amazing character descriptions examples.