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Character Name Ideas

“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.”– William Shakespeare, Romeo and […]

Alan WattMay 1, 2026

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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 […]

Alan WattApril 30, 2026

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Literary Agents: Steps to Securing Representation

Literary agents serve as the link between writers and the publishing houses that print and market their books. They’re often described as […]

Alan WattApril 29, 2026

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Internal Dialogue

Internal dialogue does more than let you know what a character is thinking. It shows you what that character cannot bring themselves […]

Alan WattApril 28, 2026

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Flash Fiction

If you want to become a better writer, flash fiction is a powerful way to strengthen your storytelling muscles. Flash fiction is […]

Alan WattApril 25, 2026

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Realistic Fiction

There’s a particular kind of courage in writing about the world as it actually is. Although our imaginations can take us to […]

Alan WattApril 24, 2026

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Character vs. Society

While each type of narrative conflict serves a purpose, Character vs. Society can be particularly interesting. Instead of a protagonist clashing with […]

Alan WattApril 23, 2026

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How to Introduce a Character in a Screenplay

How to Introduce a Character in a Screenplay: Master the art of first impressions with proper formatting, action cues, and internal dilemmas.

Alan WattApril 21, 2026

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Character Outline

Master your character outline by connecting internal dilemmas to plot beats. Learn to challenge false beliefs and drive true transformation.

Alan WattApril 20, 2026

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Internal Conflict

Explore how internal conflict drives character transformation and fuels your plot with our guide on dramatizing the psyche's dissonance.

Alan WattApril 19, 2026

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Book Cover Design

Make your book stand out with professional Book Cover Design. Learn how to use color theory and intrigue to capture readers at first glance.

Alan WattApril 18, 2026

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Plot Holes

Master story structure and learn how to fix logical gaps with our guide to plot holes—the "Swiss cheese" of writing that can break your story's magic.

Alan WattApril 17, 2026

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Tips for Writing a Novel

Master these tips for writing a novel by embracing messy first drafts and creative warmups. Learn how to silence your inner critic and finish.

Alan WattApril 15, 2026

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A Writer’s Guide to Amazon Author Central

Boost your book sales by mastering Amazon Author Central. Learn to curate your brand, use Kindle marketing tools, and connect with more readers.

Alan WattApril 14, 2026

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An Editing Checklist for Writers

Refine your manuscript with this essential editing checklist. Learn how to edit a book by paring down prose and polishing your unique voice.

Alan WattApril 12, 2026

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How to Plan a Novel

Learn how to plan a novel by balancing creative intuition with a structured 90-day schedule, from initial inquiry to finishing your first draft.

Alan WattApril 10, 2026

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How to Publish a Book

Master the path to publication. Learn how to polish your manuscript, query literary agents, handle rejection, and weigh the pros of self-publishing.

Alan WattApril 7, 2026

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How to Plot a Novel

Balance your character's wants and needs if you want to learn how to plot a novel by using a central dilemma to turn events into a fleshed out story.

Alan WattApril 5, 2026

Character Name Ideas

How Many Words in a Chapter?

Literary Agents: Steps to Securing Representation

Internal Dialogue

Flash Fiction

Realistic Fiction

Character vs. Society

How to Introduce a Character in a Screenplay

Character Outline

Internal Conflict

Book Cover Design

Plot Holes

Tips for Writing a Novel

A Writer’s Guide to Amazon Author Central

An Editing Checklist for Writers

How to Plan a Novel

How to Publish a Book

How to Plot a Novel

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