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Let’s Talk Editing – What Every Indie Author Should Know: Join us on Zoom, June 8th 2025
An invitation to join Claire and Vicky for a chat about all things editing (for indie authors)
The Cook and the Cupboard: Lorrie Moore’s metaphor on writing from life’s ingredients
See what Lorrie Moore thinks when people ask if fiction is autobiographical.
A change of scenery can do you good: read and write in other places.
I needed a change of scenery today, so I took myself off to the library. Do you work in libraries, coffee shops, parks? I’d love to know. Head to the comments.
What’s the difference between a scene and a summary?
What a Scene Isn’t. This excerpt is from James Scott Bell’s Plot & Structure: [Start of quote —] Summarizing is when the author tells us what has happened “off scene.” Think of this as the stuff that is not unfolding for the reader in linear time, beat by beat. A scene is like this: JohnContinue reading “What’s the difference between a scene and a summary?”
Indie authors: why not tell your story as an after-dinner speech?
After delivering my first after-dinner speech to a local Rotary Club, I discovered the power of sharing our indie publishing journeys. Learn how indie authors can inspire communities by stepping up to tell their story.
‘We remember not the art but the impact’ – advice for fiction writers from Donald Maass
How many of you own or have read The Emotional Craft of Fiction by Donald Maass? Today I’m interested in these ideas: “How many novels have moved you to tears, rage, and a resolution to live differently? How many have left a permanent mark, branding you with a story that you will never forget? TheContinue reading “‘We remember not the art but the impact’ – advice for fiction writers from Donald Maass”
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Looking to improve your writing craft in 2025? Join the free Cherry Edits Writing Craft Facebook group or invest in 1-to-1 coaching for personalised support. Let’s make your writing shine!
Reading outside your genre can help you learn storytelling tricks.
Discover how reading outside your genre can improve your storytelling skills. Learn practical tips, like mastering scene transitions, and explore how techniques from thrillers, romance, and more can enhance your writing.
Should Your Main Character Be Likeable? Insights from K. M. Weiland’s Crafting Unforgettable Characters
Should your protagonist be likeable? In Crafting Unforgettable Characters, K. M. Weiland challenges the notion that niceness is key. Instead, she argues that imperfection and charisma make characters truly compelling. Discover why flaws and internal struggles create more memorable stories.
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