Story Structure
Think of story structure as the skeleton of your tale. We all have different lives, different styles, different appearances. But for the […]
Pacing in Writing
Many writers struggle to get the pacing right in their stories. We adjust scenes: adding, trimming, and attempting to hike up the […]
External conflict
Without tension or conflict, a story will not only be boring, but absent of meaning. At the heart of every story lies […]
How Long Should a Screenplay Be?
Screenplays usually land around 90 to 120 pages. And the reason involves both technical considerations and the practical realities of making a […]
How Many Words in a Chapter?
Authors often struggle to figure out when to add chapter breaks and how to properly split up their novel or memoir. A […]
