Les Edgerton Hi folks, A source of discussion that always comes up at the beginning of my classes is whether the writer should use first- or third-person. The short answer I usually give, is: “Whatever the material calls for.” Since that doesn’t adequately address the question, I go on to amplify the answer, and that’s […]

 Need to tone and tighten the middle of your WIP? Have a saggy, lackluster character that needs work? Feel like junking your half-finished, used-to-sparkle story? Don't. Today I have a simple tip for you to brighten your character and/or your plot. Go another way. I first heard these words in reference to life's struggles. You know, […]

Angela Quarles Several excellent posts have already been written here on how to increase sexual tension—the key to writing romance no matter if it's a sweet romance or erotic. These tips are also helpful for those in other genres who have a romance subplot. If you haven't read these, definitely start here: Understanding these concepts […]

I was chatting with an old friend via email this morning, and we were discussing song lyrics. It’s a favorite topic of mine, because I’ve always wanted to write them. After all, they’re just a hugely abbreviated form of writing. Mini Flash Fiction, with poetry thrown in. Extreme write tight!  If they can do this […]

Margie Lawson We at WITS are so happy to have Margie back with us, after a too-long hiatus!  Wisdom ahead! Ready for two treats? First Treat: This blog is loaded with examples of power, power, power. The kind of power that boosts your writing toward contracts and awards and bestseller lists. Second Treat: I’ll deep […]