The best stories take characters on a journey. They are changed and shaped by the events in your story and…
When you're writing your story, it's a good idea to write from the perspective of one of the characters. It…
The belief that in a Universe so huge, so vast and undiscovered, that some huge power would choose to change…
When you're reading about a romance between two characters, assuming they're adults, sex is a likely outcome. Letting your audience…
When you're watching a film or a play, the setting of your story is immediately apparent. It's created by set…
One of the most important things to consider when you're writing a story is the relationship between your Protagonist and…
When your audience comes to your story, whether reading or watching, they won't necessarily know what your story is about.…
When you come up with an initial idea for a story, it can be very exciting. Perhaps you've invented a…
When it comes to constructing a villain in your story, you need to put as much care and time into…
The Protagonist of your story is the main character. You join them at the beginning of the story, and ride…
Show don't tell is a popular piece of advice given to writers, but it isn't always explained well. Previously I…
A series of books is a good way to bring in an audience, and then keep them around. If they…
Your Protagonist needs to be motivated throughout your story. They want something, they go after it, and your story follows…
Foreshadowing is the technique of hinting to your audience where your story is going, without actually telling them. It works…
Your Protagonist has to have strengths to make them worthy of being your Protagonist. You're telling a story about them…