Often there are obstacles to publishers' acceptance of our work. Sometimes, we unknowingly cause those obstacles. Ellen Buikema shares some workarounds.

All great relationships have obstacles, including the relationship we have with writing. Ellen Buikema shares how to overcome those obstacles.

Foreshadowing provides hints to what happens later in the story. It helps build suspense and can tie up loose ends. Learn how to use it effectively.

When you absolutely must cause a character’s demise, how do you do that without enraging your readers? Ellen Buikema shares four ways.

In part 2 we look at weaving the backstory, planning a civilization, inventing tech, and character development, with the science that solves or creates trouble.