How many times have you picked a random show on Netflix, tried it, and then given up because it just didn’t quite hit? Those first five minutes or so are vital, and showrunners know it. A strong opening scene is everything. If you’re not hooked, you’re not going to...
For many authors, mind mapping is an important step in the writing process. It is a convenient way to visually lay out your ideas and see the big picture—how everything connects. If you’re old school, then mind mapping on paper will work great. However, there...
One of the key things holding many potential authors back from publishing a book is the worry that it will take a long time. This fear is partly justified. But you can learn how to write a book faster than you think. The traditionally published world moves at a slow...
Great writing is more about practice than it is talent. Whether you’re crafting stories, personal essays, or professional pieces, the key to improvement is consistently challenging yourself with new ideas and perspectives. This collection of writing prompts for adults...
Writing a full rough draft is one of the hardest things you will ever do as an author. You need to take all of these ideas in your head, translate them to the written word, and then somehow organize these endless ideas in the right order. But what is a rough draft,...
