Building Characters: Why Weaknesses Matter More Than Strengths
In a previous post I discussed the concept of starting out with a character with issues and how the plot action affects the character,...
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A fun and useful tool for writing more #writing #amwriting #writingtips
I’m not sure who first told me about Write or Die, but I didn’t pay any attention to them. It took two or three other people...
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Writers’ Biggest Issues
On the recent giveaway, I asked what each entrant considered his biggest problem. Here’s a list of the responses, no names attached....
Read MorePoll: What kind of articles do you want to see on Smooth Draft?
Please help me know what articles you find most useful here. I’d like to do some weekly series, such as writing tips, editing tips,...
Read MoreCharacter vs. Plot, Part 2: Building Character
Last time I wrote about how plot and character are interwoven, so when they interact you get a stronger story than with just good...
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Character vs. Plot, Part 1
I love books with intricate interwoven plots that keep me on the edge of my seat. When I write, I focus a lot on what happens and when....
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