The Atlanta Writer’s Conference
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The Atlanta Writer’s Conference

The Atlanta Writer’s Conference Well, alien life forms, the Atlanta Writers Conference just happened . . . well, just happened for me writing this, probably not for you reading this. Anyhoo– it was a dramatic and emotional weekend. One that was wrought with triumphs and plateaus, but ended with a hopeful turnout. So let’s get down…

Save the Cat! Writes a Novel Review
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Save the Cat! Writes a Novel Review

Is Save the Cat! Writes a Novel a Good Writing Tool? Let’s get into a Save the Cat! Writes a Novel Review! It can’t be underestimated how much this book has influenced my writing methods. When I started taking writing seriously in January 2019, I decided that all my books would follow Brody’s beat system. So far,…

What Are The 3 Main Writing Methods?

What Are The 3 Main Writing Methods?

The 3 Major Writing MethodsAlright, what are the 3 major writing methods? *Sighs*Just know we’re about to get into some testy waters everyone. Grab a life jacket. Lock up your children. Load your pistols. ‘Cause it’s time to talk about writing methods.*Sound screams of a terrified audience*Alright, maybe it’s not that dramatic. The thing is,…

What is Urban Fantasy?

What is Urban Fantasy?

What is Urban Fantasy?The AssumptionTruth is, my thoughts on what is Urban Fantasy could have no place in the literary world and I’ve just been explaining my genre incorrectly and unabashedly since 2019.  I think of Urban Fantasy’s definition as monsters in the city – err, well, monsters on earth, in a county town, city, or…

25 Ways to Write A Sad Character

25 Ways to Write A Sad Character

25 ways to write a sad character. We’re looking at 25 ways to write a sad character and, well– Oh Lord. Okay, It’s happening! It’s HAPPENING! These posts are going to be like brain teasers. Except, instead of a tease it’s a flamethrower burning my brain until it’s so hot my hair catches fire. Or- wait, maybe…