Kris Maze provides a list of word-culprits to cut from your creative writing projects. Searchable words lists are here to help you self-edit your writing. 

Eldred Bird's theory is the more real the character is to him, the more real they'll be for the reader. Develop deeper characterization with 10 questions.

Stuck with your first draft? Here are 30 prompts (and tips!) to liven up your writing and help you get to know your characters better.

Sonja Yoerg Lost in Space. Remember that TV show? No? Sigh. It aired in the 60s and featured a family in Jiffy-Pop space suits roaming the galaxy in an attempt to return to Earth. I mention it because, as fun as that show was, you don't want your characters lost in space. In fact, you […]

Angela Ackerman One of the most important jobs we have as writers is to always push the story forward, forcing our protagonist to act. This isn’t always easy. Characters, like people, fight change and personal growth because it makes them feel vulnerable and can be emotionally painful. The fact is, it’s always easier to stay […]