What Is Your Character’s Chocolate-Covered Lie?
On Seriously Write today: Part One of Amy Wallace’s post about what she calls “chocolate-covered lies”—those lies your characters believe about themselves, which deepens their stories. Come on by and tell us what lie your main character believes about himself and…
Historical Flavors: Names of the Day
Before I get started on this post, I would like to thank all of you who have been faithful readers and those who are new to the blog. Some of you I know. Some of you are like me and…
Reading The Hunger Games: Writing Notes
Last night the Hunger Games movie premiered in my area because some of it was shot here. Tonight is the big opening and I’m sure the theatres will be packed. In honor of its release (and because I’m on a…
Finding the Sweet Spot in Writing Dialogue
I’m so pleased to welcome author Staci Stallings to the blog today. Good to have you, Staci! Over the years I have heard complaints from friends, students, and family that even if they could write the story they’ve always wanted…