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Tag: writing tips
Push and Knock
Distill your question when seeking feedback on your manuscript.
The Strange Hero’s Journey of Tim Burton’s “Batman”
When taking licence with the structure of your story, don't pull your punches.
Character Motivation
The conflict between two contrasting motivations is what projects character development.
Extended Metaphor
An extended metaphor can be a great thing if you can pull it off.
Narrative Voice in Science Fiction
Science fiction needs consistent narrative voice over long stretches of intricate exposition.
The Exponential Curve
All successful careers follow an exponential curve.
Asking the Big Question
Asking big questions come with the territory of being a writer.
The Oneiric Structure in Literature
There is more to narrative structure than composing a causality-connected string of conflicts and resolutions.
Building a Writer’s Mind
Writing a novel is like lifting 500 pounds. Training for it takes longer than actually doing it.
