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Sarah Adlahka learned the hard way, through years of edits on her speculative fiction novel, just how convoluted the rabbit hole is that you’ll find yourself in if you don’t take some preemptive steps to map your story out. And here, she says, is how!

Historical Fiction: Five Ways Characters Find Their Way Forward

by Hank Phillippi Ryan | Jul 6, 2022 | Historical Fiction

Bestselling author Kimberly Brock writes historical fiction–and knows juggling a fictional characer in a time when what happens is already known can be a juggle! And she reveals some secrets to success

Writing from the Antagonist’s Point of View

by Our Special Guest | Jun 1, 2022 | Craft, Thriller

If you’re thinking of exploring your antagonist’s voice, and giving them their very own point of view chapters, bestselling author Hannah Mary McKinnon has some suggestions.

Lessons Learned Switching to YA

by Our Special Guest | Mar 9, 2022 | Craft, Young Adult

Writing adult fiction, with an eye on the YA market? Making the switch might be easier than you think.

How to Bury Clues in Your Mystery Novel

by Dana Isaacson | Jan 24, 2022 | Craft, Mystery

The craftiest mystery writers carefully puzzle out the placement of clues in their stories. Editor Dana Isaacson reveals when, where, and how they do it.

Hope is an Active Verb! 5 Ways to Keep Writing

by Our Special Guest | Nov 17, 2021 | Craft, Mystery

Keeping hope alive these days is no easy task—but especially for writers! Bestselling author and writing teacher Susan Breen offers tips to jumpstart your latest writing project.