One Insidious Cause of Disappointing Endings (and How to Fix It)
Does the end of your story pay off everything you set up in the beginning and the middle? Here’s how to tell whether your story’s end works—and how to fix it if it doesn’t.
One Critical Problem You’ll Find in Boring Scenes (And How to Fix It)
If your characters don’t do something in every scene, you’ll bore your readers. Here’s how to make sure your characters don’t just think, but take action in every scene.
What to Do When You Get Feedback From an Editor
Have you received developmental feedback on your novel? Here’s the process I recommend to turn the feedback you receive into actionable edits.
Your Story Has Deep Meaning. Do You Know What It Is?
Stories shape the ways we think, the things we do, and the way we understand the world. How will your story impact your readers?
How to Create an Editing Process That Works for You With Author JD Edwin
The best editing process is the one that works for you. Here’s how author JD Edwin designed her own process, and how you can do the same.