Writing
Which of the Six Editors Does Your Story Need?
Birthing a story takes effort and dedication, and your editor is the midwife.
Kenning Your Way Through Writer’s Block
Contrasts are a powerful method of constructing new ideas and new trains of thought.
The Dangers of “Speed of Plot” and the Limitations of Maps in 3D Space
or, things I wish J.J. Abrams would stop doing
Mapping the Fantastic
Let’s talk about maps and landscapes in fantasy and science fiction
Publishing Rights: “Selling” or “Licensing”
Understanding your rights as an author is a vital part of your career.
Writing
Why Eye-Trace is Vital for Good Prose
activating a reader’s imagination by directing their inner eye
Writing
Advice for Journalists and Writers With Timelines
getting a piece “out the door” can be hard when a timeline is bearing down, but it’s totally possible to do so and be happy with the…
Writing
How to Edit a Writer’s Words With Compassion
Trust between writer and editor is essential
Essay
Writing Beyond Your Genre
How a book on graphic novel writing changed my perspective of narrative craft.
Writing
How to Get Your Story Read
Advice from a weary editor who is on your side. Ever wonder what an editor is thinking about your story? Usually, just before they start reading, they’re thinking “I hope this is good!” Here’s how to make it good.