THE BLOG
Get a Clue! Plot Your Next Mystery with Fleur Bradley
Need a clue? Get a clue with Fleur Bradley’s newest book, which includes actionable and friendly tips for authors at any stage of a mystery.
Character Stakes: Finding Your Character’s Why When Your Story Isn’t Working
Feeling stuck in your draft? Here are three questions to ask to uncover what’s driving your protagonist.
How to Write Compelling Characters in Sci-Fi and Fantasy
Learn how to write compelling characters in sci-fi and fantasy with these expert tips. Discover key aspects that create memorable characters in these genres.
Examples of Character Goals and Why They’re Important
You may have heard the writing advice that a character’s goal should be established early on. But why are goals such a heavily prioritized part of writing craft? Learn how goals help readers learn more about your protagonist and build interest and tension. We’ll discuss the beginning of the anime Jujutsu Kaisen as a case study in the importance of establishing character goals.