What Is Chekhov’s Gun?
The best stories deal with human emotions and say something about the world in which the characters live. But in order to craft a successful
What Is the Theme of a Story? Definitions and Examples
Some stories just seem to draw the reader in and keep them turning the page or coming back for more. But others just seem to
Types of Irony: Everything You Need to Know
Irony is an excellent literary device you can use in your work for one simple reason—we’ve all experienced it so we all know what it’s
So You Want to Write a Novel: Go to the Movies!
During a busy business career, I always had an itch to write. I took night classes in writing, including writing short stories and poetry. In
How to Write a Great Book Synopsis
Just when you thought you had finished your book and there was nothing left to write, along comes the book synopsis. Writers are often asked
Literary Character Interpretation of The Deer Hunter
THESIS STATEMENT This essay will examine the characters of the movie The Deer Hunter (1978, EMI Films, story by Michael Cimino and Deric Washburn, directed
The Importance of a Novel Outline
The novel outline is the road map of your story. In it you pour out your creative genius, your plot twists and turns, the central
Writing a Satisfying Conclusion
More often than I prefer, a novel will have an unsatisfying conclusion. The writer has asked the reader to come along on a journey with
Historical Fiction Research: Where Can I Find What I Need?
Even when writing fiction, research is vital and may involve reading relevant books or an internet search. If you use the latter strategy, be wary
Book Coaching for Authorpreneurs
Watch our latest webinar on “Book Coaching for Authorpreneurs” or read the article below: What is an Authorpreneur? An author’s goal is writing and
