How do I Start Writing, Where do I begin? If you want to write, start by reading with a purpose. 81% of people would like to write a book. So, if you desire to become a writer, you are not alone. You may even have an idea about what you want to write. Realize, you Read More »
Redundant Words can Be Disastrous or Magnificent Since you opened this post, we assume you want to become a better writer. Redundant words are a nightmare for many of us.. The experts tell us to be a power writer we should avoid redundant words. So, we set out to discover what they were. To our Read More »
When you write anxiety, it is so much easier to simply say he’s nervous, or she’s upset. But that would be telling. We have all heard the adage ‘show don’t tell’. So, how do we make it obvious to our reader that our character is anxious without telling. We feel it is essential for your Read More »
Have you ever experienced Writer’s Block. It can be frustrating. We have come up with 42 possible solutions. Skim through our list and find the solution that is right for you..
The Most CommonDialogue Mistake When we first started writing novels, we often made this dialogue mistake . It seems there are verbs you should never use to replace said in your dialogue tags (also called attributions or speech tags) I wish someone had showed this to us before we had written our first book. We had to go Read More »
How You Can Become a Power Writer? I discovered a simple formula. I found this method by accident. But all the same it worked for me maybe it will work for you. To become a power writer, you will need to practice. Practicing this simple method not only improved my writing, it improved my editing Read More »
Have you ever thought about using your setting to show your characters? This may sound crazy, but hang in there with me. Have you ever caught your self labeling your characters. You know, he is smart, she is funny, he is rich, she is beautiful. In other words, “telling” your readers about your characters instead Read More »
If you joined us here at Writing A Great Book, then you want to become a writer. 20 years ago my husband, John began writing a science fiction series, called The Light Masters. You need to understand, John is a pants-er (he simply sits down and writes). On the other hand, I need writing formulas, Read More »
Discovering the tricks of pacing can transform your writing. Do you want to be an average writer or an outstanding author? Great pacing is often the difference between a best-selling novel and a mediocre one. Contents: Tricks to pace action scenes A Trick for super quick pace How to pace verbal conflict Writing a slower Read More »
A Storyboard Can Prevent Writer’s Block. You might be asking; Why do I need a STORYBOARD? Let me ask you; do you have little bubbles of stories popping into your mind? If you’re Like me, if I don’t write them down they quickly vanish. We need a place to capture those magic moments. Have you Read More »
