Has anyone ever said your story’s ending wasn’t satisfying? Or maybe that the story didn’t hold the reader’s attention throughout? If so, these symptoms could be from a lack of foreshadowing. Today I’m going to go over two types of foreshadowing (with examples) and their purposes so you can use Read more…
In Medias Res is one of those phrases that writers throw around, but not many seem to actually understand. The Latin phrase means “in the midst of things.” There are many different interpretations, but I’ve traced the term back to its first usage in order to better understand it. Below Read more…
People say setting, character, and plot are the three main aspects of stories, but I want to point out the ugly stepsister in the corner. Exposition. It gets a bad reputation in the writing world, and that’s because most don’t do it the right. Exposition is the explanations inserted into Read more…
Your book is full of hooks to engage the reader, and your book title is your front line. If you’re lucky enough to get your book shelved face out, then the cover art might be the first hook. However, most books are shelved with the spine out, and the title Read more…
There are several ways to get people to read your book. The title, cover art, and book reviews quotes are just a few ways to hook the readers. One of the best ways to get them to open the book is the blurb you put on the back cover. These Read more…