Why is it called the Confident Writers Cheatsheet? It’s called the confident writer’s cheat sheet because no-one reads work from a tepid,...

From the beginning, every author has a vision of what kind of novelist they want to be. It’s often based on what success they’ve...

If you’ve ever sat in front of a blank page, burning with a desire to write something, if only you could decide what, you are in good...

Just a compilation of short notes I thought I'd turn into full-length post but realized how long they've been waiting on my to-write list...

If you’re struggling to improve your writing skills, you’re not alone. Many people feel like they’re not good writers, and that can be a...

Skeleton drafting is the technique you can use to plot intricate, action-packed, emotionally-charged books quickly – while enjoying every...

“How are scene goals different from story goals?” “What if my protagonist doesn’t want anything?” “Does my protagonist really need a goal...

One of the most important lessons that I've learned (and I find is reinforced again and again), is that you can't just think about one...

Today we’re busting through writer’s block! When the word count monster is looming and you’re behind deadline, losing your creative...

*Disclaimer. I am not an author, neither am I a professional. These are the tips I've found helpful when I first participated in...

Whether you're writing a short story, memoir, or novel, I'm going to offer you a simple step-by-step process so that you gain invaluable...

Before one can begin the search for the ideal medium or format to tell their story, they must first decide what that story is in the...

Happy Thursday! I just completed 50k words on my third WIP novel: The Imperial Bloodline! And to celebrate... Here's a sneak peek of the...

Theme in literature is a topic we've delved into before. Every story has themes – whether they're consciously explored or simmering under...

So you want to write a fantasy novel. You're enamored with epic sagas from the likes of Tolkien, Martin and Rowling; you love everything...

You've done all the hard work. The amazing story you've been writing is 99% finished; now you just have to end it. Cue aimless staring at...

Let’s face it. Staring at a blank page is hard. So many ideas or not enough ideas. I know. I’ve been there. That’s why I created “16...