Comp Title Advice (VIDEO)
https://youtu.be/WtudKg0BuFE Comp Titles can help you pitch your novel, but choosing the right titles can be tough. Here's some advice to get you through.
Query Letter Survival Tips (VIDEO)
https://youtu.be/LS6KIz2G5n4 Nothing breaks an author's spirit more than the query-writing process. Here are some tips to take the pain away.
The BEST Writing Exercise Out There (Video)
https://youtu.be/nHXprJhiqzs Whether you want to improve your writing or get yourself out of a rut, this exercise will help. Great for both beginners and pros!
Why You Should Edit Your Novel BACKWARDS (VIDEO)
https://youtu.be/k1HbnFIv9KU Stuck in an editing rut? Check out how editing backwards can actually take your novel forward.
Writing Villains #6 – Impacting the Hero (VIDEO)
https://youtu.be/XmHLiFlfqNY Memorable villains impact the hero as well as the plot. In this video I provide tips for building a strong villain-hero dynamic.
5 Fatal Mistakes that New Writers Make (Video)
https://youtu.be/_2mYh1-33-Y Today I discuss five common mistakes that new (and veteran) writers make--with solutions for each!
Writing Villains #5 – Plot Points for Villains
https://youtu.be/IKuZjpPVxak Villains can impact a story at any moment, but when should your bad guys act? In this video I cover 8 villain-related plot points and give examples from Alien…
5 Time-Saving Tips for Writers (VIDEO)
https://youtu.be/z-Hjg70clbw Nothing is more important to a writer than time. But how do you find time as a writer? Here are five great time management tips for writers and readers.
Writing Villains #4 – When to Introduce Your Villain
https://youtu.be/FCzs0tuWICY Waiting too long to introduce your villain is a huge mistake! In this video I discuss why you should get your antagonist in front of the reader's eyes ASAP.
Writing Villains #3 – Motivation (Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJH78C3nKvg Character motivation is critical to writing villains. Without it, your villains can seem cartoony or uninspired. In this video I discuss the four levels of character depth for helping…