DanSep 16, 20181 minEvaluating Story ConceptsHowdy, I just started reading Christopher Vogler’s The Writer’s Journey. It’s one of those writing craft books I’ve known about for a...
DanSep 7, 20181 minThe Great Rewrite Update IIHowdy, I’m pleased to report, just the last time, the great rewrite is proceeding awesomely. Right now, I’m rewriting chapter 31....
DanAug 25, 20181 minConstructing a Sympathetic ProtagonistHowdy, Holy Moly! Writing the Breakout Novel by Donald Maass is a real gem. I’ve had another eureka moment while studying it. He points...
DanAug 15, 20181 min Construct Your Characters Howdy, I don’t know about you, but characterization has always given me one hell of a hard time. I like to think I have improved this...