We all know we are going to die one day but the vast majority of us don't know when or how. While data shows the top causes of death worldwide are heart disease and cancer, there are an infinite number of ways we could possibly meet our end.
Character archetypes share core truths about people's personalities, goals, fears and weaknesses. Learn how to use them well in your own fiction.
*BELLETRIST JUNE BOOK CLUB PICK* Named a Best Book of May by TIME Magazine & Glamour One of NPR’s Best Books of the Year This darkly funny and provocative novel reimagines classic fairy tale characters as modern women in a support group for trauma. In present-day New York City, five women meet in a basement support group to process their traumas. Bernice grapples with the fallout of dating a psychopathic, blue-bearded billionaire. Ruby, once devoured by a wolf, now wears him as a coat. Gretel questions her memory of being held captive in a house made of candy. Ashlee, the winner of a Bachelor-esque dating show, wonders if she really got her promised fairy tale ending. And Raina's love story will shock them all. Though the women start out wary of one another, judging each other’s stories, gradually they begin to realize that they may have more in common than they supposed . . . What really brought them here? What secrets will they reveal? And is it too late for them to rescue each other? Dark, edgy, and wickedly funny, this debut for readers of Carmen Maria Machado, Kristen Arnett, and Kelly Link takes our coziest, most beloved childhood stories, exposes them as anti-feminist nightmares, and transforms them into a new kind of myth for grown-up women. Product DetailsISBN-13: 9780316450850 Media Type: Paperback Publisher: Little, Brown and Company Publication Date: 07-25-2023 Pages: 336 Product Dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.25(h) x (d)About the Author Maria Adelmann is the author of the short story collection Girls of a Certain Age, which explores the many impossible choices of modern girl and womanhood. Her work has been published by Tin House, n+1, Electric Literature, McSweeney's Internet Tendency, The Threepenny Review, the Indiana Review, Epoch, AQR, MQR, and many others, and has been selected by The Best American Short Stories as a distinguished story. You can follow her on Twitter or Instagram @ink176. How to Be Eaten is her first novel.
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Romance is one of the most popular genres out there, and this guide will explain how to easily outline a whole romance novel fast!
This blog post explores innovative and engaging lesson plans for any novel unit... ranging from task cards to book instagram pages to a novel podcast project. Student choice is key here, and students can find something they would like to complete in order to convey their reading, comprehension, and
If you're about to begin to write an urban fantasy book, be sure to take a look at these 15 urban fantasy clichés to avoid in your story.
6 story structures, complete with story structure charts to help you create an original plot and outline your next novel.
A blank novel outline template for use with Google Docs, Google Keep, and Scrivener. The One Page Novel is a simple, memorable structure for novelists.
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Learn how to write accents and dialects using eye dialect and other elements of character speech. Use these 6 tips to make your fictional world more real.
This character questionnaire helps you think differently and create memorable characters for your stories with 150+ character questions.
Did you know a full understanding of the Key Event, its role in story structure, and its timing will help you write stronger First Plot Points?
Have you ever had the vibes of your story figured out but no plot? This post gives you an easy process to find out what actually happens in yor novel
Explore the captivating world of fantasy book reviews, writing tips, and Bookstagram advice on our blog. Join L.T. Ellis on a journey through enchanted realms, where imagination knows no bounds. Discover hidden gems, sharpen your writing skills, and create stunning bookish content with L.T. Ellis Blog Posts.
Creating a scene list changed my novel-writing life, and doing the same will change yours too. Includes examples of the scene lists from famous authors.
Fed up with female villains that aren't scary or evil? I can help. Today's post is all about creating awesome female villains.
Fiction is full of jealous, cruel and otherwise flawed characters. This character flaw list explores common personality weaknesses. Use it for inspiration.
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It’s only fair that all parents want what’s best for their kids. Especially when a child is still new to this world and you need someone to help to navigate them in this big and complex environment. That’s when a nanny comes in – someone you can fully entrust your child to without worrying about it.
Writing Worksheet – Endings (PDF) In honour of NaNoWriMo, this month’s worksheets will have one purpose: to increase your word count by hook or by book. The final writing worksheet in this marvellous month of November is inspired by the last virtual NaNoWriMo write-in. Imagining the best endings for each of your characters is a…
What makes a good story? Unforgettable characters, strong beginnings and endings, satisfying structure, rhythm, and change. Learn more.
There's a reason the Three Act Structure is nearly universal, and that’s because it’s proven to work! When used correctly, The Three Act Structure is...
NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month—write a 50K word novel during November) starts today, and while I plan to continue blogging throughout NaNo, I wanted to make sure I gave you something good to keep you happy during my crazy month. *smile* Of course, whether or not you’d define today’s post as anything good might depend […]
Breakups are really hard, but that doesn't mean you can not pay attention to your roommate's needs.
Character Building Checklist - Tips and resources to help you develop well-rounded, compelling characters in your writing.
So, where exactly is your plot taking you? What happens next? What is this story about? It’s time to think about plot. Plotting Worksheet
Writing a trilogy of novels comes with many of it's own challenges. However, by outlining your trilogy you can save yourself a lot of stress later on!
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Flat arcs are the black sheep of character arcs, focusing on characters that have already discovered their truth. So how do you write a flat character arc?
When planning your storyline, watch out for clichés as they can turn off your readers rapidly. This article looks at 5 cliché story plots you should avoid.
