We want readers to see our worlds as we see them, but that doesn’t mean they want whole scenes describing every detail inside our heads. It’s safe to assume that readers can fill in some of the blanks for themselves. Besides, isn’t that why we like to read?
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To Kill A Character
No one loves to kill off a character in their story, but sometimes, it must be done.
Rushing Romance
Have you ever read a romance novel with great characters, but their attraction and sexual tension happened a little too quickly? Then after the initial sparks the story fizzles out? I have. Pacing is so important in a romance story. It can make or break it.
All The Tags
I’ve seen quite a few people confused over the use of tags for their books on popular writing sites like Inkitt and Wattpad. Tags aren’t new and shiny anymore, but they can be hard to navigate, especially if you don’t know what’s trending.
Brimstone: Free on Inkitt
While my novel Brimstone has been complete for some time, final chapters will be posting this week on my Inkitt page. Brimstone will be available to read for free in its entirety on Friday, July 25th. The story is a dark fantasy with elements of adventure, romance, and mystery.
Writing & Multitasking: Setting Your Writing Goals
Not everyone is a great multitasker, but setting goals can help make you a better one!
Review Bombing
Review bombing is happening more frequently. Can indie authors survive an onslaught of 1-star reviews when they’re books don’t deserve it? It’s time to help them out!
Heaven’s Embrace: A Story of Sorrow and Faith
I love a good short story, especially when it’s impactful. Kathy van Staden with Kim Appelgryn deliver a true story about grace, faith, and tragedy. Heaven’s Embrace: A Story of Sorrow and Faith is a thought provoking piece that combines real life events with musings of spiritual intervention.
Split Fiction: Gaming with Purpose
As an avid gamer and writer, I thought it would be a perfect time to address the big issues subtly poked at by the game Split Fiction. Created by Hazelight Studios, Split Fiction seems like a cool story, but it’s obvious to any hobby writer to full time author that it’s taking a jab at the AI drama. Let’s get into it.
New Inkitt Story: Infectious
Wren Gallagher was among the first to become infected in an effort to save her sister and boyfriend from a destructive virus that turned the world into a wasteland. Rounded up for a government experiment over 4 years later, Wren receives a trial cure to her affliction, but once rehabilitated, she can never leave.