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Common wisdom is to use all five senses on each page. Lynette M. Burrows shares descriptors, tips on how to discover complex details, and pitfalls to avoid.

A writing process isn't about pantsers versus planners. Knowing how your brain, your muse, and your story work together helps you do your best work.

If things are always working out in your protagonist's favor, something is not right. Janice Hardy share several possible fixes for the lucky protagonist.

Great characters are the beating heart of every memorable book. Lori Freeland offers you how-to insights and amazing character descriptions examples.