A subgenre of flash, a micro, fiction or nonfiction, is usually 400 words or less. The magic lies in what’s left to interpret. Kelli shares her process.

A character’s fatal flaw is the primary obstacle they must overcome to reach their goal. Becca Puglisi shares how to identify and use these flaws.

An author’s core story is the emotional truth behind their work. Here's how to use it intentionally, in a way that keeps readers coming back for more.

Every chapter opening should pull readers in and every ending should push them forward. Here’s a 13 point checklist to make that happen.

Well-written dialogue tags help our understanding of emotion and tone, not ruining the flow. Read on to learn effective uses of tags in dialogue.