Six Critical Plot Points

There are several plotting structures out there, but I’ve found Michael Hague’s the most useful. Why? Well:

• It’s fairly simple and easy to understand.
• It captures the essence of good story-telling. The shifts it recommends are what…

The Real Reason You’ve Never Finished Writing That Novel (& Why You Should Stop Trying)

Nailing a Pitch

A pitch is only around 140 words, but it’ll likely be the hardest 140 words you’ll ever write. That’s because you have sell your…

Does My Manuscript Suck?

This isn’t personal. Empirically, there are certain things everyone must do to get their manuscripts to the point…

The Spell Or The Well

When Lord Rylor tries to behead a traitor, he discovers a truth that forces him to see the power of fear and the wickedness it brings.

Fairy Tale | Word Limit: 1000 | Keywords: Observation Deck, Kaleidoscope

Crown Publishing Finds Indie Talent in Atlanta