One of the most important, if not the most important, elements in storytelling is theme. In many ways, the theme is the core of a story. It’s also the glue keeping all the other storytelling elements together. Although everybody talks about the theme, it’s also one of the hardest things to fully understand. There are many different definitions of what a theme is and isn’t. Furthermore, many writers argue the…
You have written the perfect story with the perfect characters who have the perfect flaws with the perfect ending, just for readers to open your book and hate the dialogue. Maybe it is ineffective or unnatural, but without a doubt, it is killing your story. Dialogue is intimidating, especially for writers who lack experience. Dialogue can feel unrealistic and ineffective. Every line you write may feel like it is just…
Every writer knows what writer’s block is. It usually starts like this: open up a document, type in a few words, delete them, write them again, and then turn off the screen. Your head is empty, and so is your stomach. After a good meal and numerous cups of coffee, you realize you still feel the same. Writer’s block is not only an inconvenience; it can be a significant hindrance.…
