Welcome back readers, and a big welcome to the first topic from Topic List #20! Being a Better Writer sure has come a long way since 2013, when it was largely (and effectively) the equivalent of message-board posts responding to fan messages asking writing questions, hasn’t it? Maybe in August of 2023 I should do … Continue reading Being a Better Writer: What is an Antagonist?
I don’t think anyone got past the first paragraph of changes without realizing this, but just in case you’re coming in late or didn’t catch the date, this was an April Fools post. Starforge is on track and looking more awesome with every day! But you can still enjoy our fake list of changes below. … Continue reading Changes and Delays for Starforge – Weekly Update – April Fools
This week on Being a Better Writer, we’re talking about rogues! What makes rogues so appealing as protagonist characters, and how can we make sure our rogue in one the audience can enjoy?
Morning readers! Well, actually, afternoon. Today’s post is later and a bit shorter. Because … I’ve had a frog in my throat since Friday evening, and while I’m doing pretty well to kick it out, that also means doing what I can to kick it out, and so today after arising and doing my usual … Continue reading Being a Better Writer: The Importance of Taking the Occasional Break
Well, this week has been full of interesting. Interesting in a way that brings to mind that common curse (thought as I understand it, it is neither ancient, nor Chinese) “may you live in interesting times.” I’m not just speaking of my own experiences here. The war in Ukraine continues to be a constant source … Continue reading Milestones and Other News
Hello readers! I’m back! Day two of LTUE has drawn to a close, and I have excellent news! So, this LTUE has a stock of my books for sale. Or rather, I should say, had. Yesterday they’d asked if I wanted to come by the booth and watch things and help upsell my stock. So … Continue reading LTUE 2022 Writeup – Day Two!
Welcome back readers! It’s another Monday and that means it’s time for another installment of Being a Better Writer! We’ve got an interesting (and surprisingly volatile) topic for you today, one that very likely may prove quite useful to you, but first, before we get that, two quick news reminders. First: Life, The Universe, and … Continue reading Being a Better Writer: Character Fridging
Welcome back readers! First of all, I apologize for the lateness of the hour with this post. These are supposed to be up in the morning, and it’s something I’ve slipped on further and further over the last few months. One my goals over the coming month is to get that schedule back on track. … Continue reading Being a Better Writer: Fleshing Out Stories and Characters
This week on Being a Better Writer, we talk about drama! How much is too much? Or is such a thing even possible?
This week we tackle another reader request and talk about Indie Publishing, and why it’s not the evil Trad Pub has made it out to be.
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