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- Published by Rebecca Dolence on October 15, 2024
To write a terrifying story, begin by developing a chilling setting, as it establishes the horror tone. Ordinary locations can become sinister through vivid imagery…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on September 30, 2024
Check under your bed before you turn off the light. You never know what will disturb your slumber. Boggarts lurk in the dark, shadowy corners…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on September 13, 2024
A GUIDE TO STARTING YOUR NOVEL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ACTIONWriting and Learning Picture it. Your world is built. The central most important characters…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on August 30, 2024
The word Banshee or Bean Sidhe, is pronounced [Ban-Shee]. Ban, meaning woman, and Sidhe meaning fairy mounds or fairy dwellings. This basically translates to “the…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on August 15, 2024
Villains often emerge from tragic experiences that shape their perception and actions. This piece emphasizes that most villains are not inherently evil but are molded…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on August 15, 2024
The article delves into the significance of archetypes in fiction writing, emphasizing that relatable characters are central to engaging readers. It explains the differences between…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on August 15, 2024
Self-editing scenes helps refine your manuscript by focusing on structure and thematic coherence. Each scene, like a puzzle piece, must have conflict, tension, and clear…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on July 31, 2024
The combination of energy and intention are a powerful force. We can pull our energy from a place of love by offering positivity for the…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on July 19, 2024
Fiction writers can develop powerful characters utilizing Carl Jung's 12 Basic Archetypes. This article focuses on The Caregiver, The Explorer, and The Rebel with distinct…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on July 5, 2024
Writing and Learning When the time comes to write a query letter, hair gets pulled, lips are bitten, and often, mouths are full of cuss…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on July 5, 2024
Writing and Learning Let’s be honest, writers avoid writing a synopsis as much as a nutritionist avoids cake. You’ve just spent a year of your…
- Published by Rebecca Dolence on June 30, 2024
The Phoenix "Rise from the Ashes" This is such a common phrase we use in our modern vernacular, but where does it derive? We offer…
