The use of motif creates tension, deepens emotion, and is often well-remembered. Dr. Diana Stout shares examples of motifs from literature and film.

Self-doubt can stifle the creative process and block the ability to express oneself, causing real problems when writing a story. Read on for help.

Learn how to build suspense like a haunted house, layering tension, delaying reveals, and keeping readers hooked. Click to read more.

We all know that feeling of looking forward to a Big Day. Even after we’ve outgrown the thrill of candles on our cake, we still feel it before special events.

Finding balance means some things take a backseat while I focus on what is in front of me. Sometimes that means parts of my life are all the way in the trunk!