Writing
Writing 2,000 words a day sounds productive, impressive, maybe even a little magical. But when you’re staring down deadlines, exhaustion, or distractions, it can feel completely unattainable. A lot of writers
One of the biggest mistakes I notice writers tend to make when trying to write a book in 30 days is either overplanning or not planning enough at all. Being stuck
Do you ever feel like your world building should be working, but yet something just feels off? You’ve come up with kingdom names, you’ve drawn up a cool map and you
Have you ever been reading a fantasy novel, completely immersed, only to be thrown out of the story by a rule that suddenly changes? That jarring feeling is often a symptom
Think of world-building as the soul of your fantasy or sci-fi story. It’s the invisible force that shapes your characters, drives the plot, and ultimately creates a world your readers will
At the heart of the most memorable stories are compelling, engaging main characters. Whether you’re writing epic fantasy or heart-throbbing romantasies or even fast-paced thrillers, a structured character profile keeps your
When a character feels lifeless on the page, it’s usually because nothing inside them is pulling in different directions. Give your protagonist three things: a clear, tangible goal; an inner wound
Ask any seasoned author about the hardest part of writing, and you will rarely hear “finding an idea.” Instead, the real struggle is staying inspired long enough to turn a spark
Staring at a blank page can feel tough, but trying to see a story before it exists can feel almost impossible. You might know your plot beats, your protagonists’ motivations, even
Romantasy is a genre that has seen some explosive growth over the past few years. It’s moved well from being just a niche on BookTok and Bookstagram to becoming a dominant
Enemies to lovers is a trope that I’ve frequently discussed before and in the spirit of launching my new Ultimate Guide to Writing Romantasy, I figured that I’d explore the concept