The Conflict
Every story has a conflict. Even your non-fiction book will have a conflict of sorts - there's a problem which...
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The Setting
What is the setting of your book? Is it a situation, a condition, a place, an event, a journey, an...
What are the main elements of story writing? The Plot
This may not be a definitive list, but some will point out that there are 7 literary elements to a...
Excuse number 4: No one will read my book anyway.
Not true. Do you really believe that you are the only person on Earth who likes your story? I bet...
Excuse number 3: I make too many mistakes
Do you how many editors work on a bestseller? And sometimes they still miss mistakes. Do not be over-concerned about...
Excuse number 2: I can’t find the right words to write
This is commonly called the Muse. Look it up, something to do with a Greek goddess who gives inspiration. Look...
Excuse number 1: I can’t find time to write
The best time to write is in front of your computer or notepad and pen. Many people wait for the...
When you start writing do not stop to fix it
Yes, when you finally pull yourself together and begin to write do not make the mistake of fixing mistakes or...
The Writing Process
Here is a little graphic I created a while back about the writing process. It may not be complete or...