Writing an irresistible novel readers simply can’t put down is the goal of most writers. Using plot strengthening techniques gleaned from Young Adult writing can improve novels in any genre. Kris Maze offers seven great tips.

Every character must show emotions the reader can relate to if they want to achieve “memorable” status. Layer your fictional folk with emotional reality.

Jenny Hansen shares eight characteristics every character needs to be happy and "whole." Plus, suggestions for tweaking these traits to help your own stories.

Deep POV veteran, Lisa Hall Wilson, shares three exercises to help turn emotion loose on the page and free up your creativeness in ways that might surprise you.

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