by Jordan How to write a query letter: 10 easy steps How to write a query letter: 10 easy steps Learning how to write a query letter is crucial when you’re seeking an agent and hoping to publish. Read 10 easy steps for writing query letters that … Read More
by Jordan Adjectives for description: 60 precise words Adjectives for description: 60 precise words Finding the right adjectives for description in a story is tough. Try these 7 tips and see a table of describing words and their insightful origins: Contents … Read More
by Jordan Writing comics: Q&A with the creator of Boundless Writing comics: Q&A with the creator of Boundless [This is an interview with the creator of Boundless the comic, Mike Salsbury, by resident editor and article writer, Jordan. We discuss writing comics, visual storytelling influences, … Read More
by Jordan Short story structure: Shaping successful stories Short story structure: Shaping successful stories Writing short stories provides a stepping stone to conquering larger story forms. Short story structure is easier to see due to brevity. Learn how to structure stories, … Read More
by Jordan 6 creative writing exercises for rich character 6 creative writing exercises for rich character In creative writing, practice is key. Try these creative writing exercises for deeper characerization. Use every detail, from appearance to movement, gesture, voice, habit, and reputation to … Read More
by Jordan Plot and setting: Driving stories using time and place Plot and setting: Driving stories using time and place Plot and setting are two essential elements of storytelling. Read tips, examples and exercises to make time and place drive story development: Table of contents What are … Read More
by Jordan Writing exercises: 10 fun tense workouts Writing exercises: 10 fun tense workouts ‘What exercises can I do to improve my writing craft?’ Writing often and reading a lot are common answers given to this question. Writing exercises targeting specific … Read More
by Jordan How to fix passive voice (and other common issues) How to fix passive voice (and other common issues) Knowing how to fix passive voice and other common grammar and style issues ensures a cleaner, more impactful draft. Read 7 tips for improving weak writing style: … Read More
by Jordan Tone in writing: How do you build a novel’s tone? Tone in writing: How do you build a novel’s tone? Tone in writing refers to a complex mix of attributes. The mood, register, attitudes and other values conveyed through details such as word choice, sentence structure and … Read More