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Recent Blog Posts
Why a Bad Ending Can Ruin a Great Story (and Seven Ways to Fix It)
Have you ever been really into a book, engrossed in the story, waiting to see how it all ends … … only for the ending to disappoint you? I’ve read a few books like that. And the sad thing is, I wouldn’t re-read them, or recommend them to friends. Because if the ending...
How to Name a Character: Four Key Considerations (and Why They Matter)
Choosing names for your characters can feel almost as tricky as naming a baby … you want to get it right! Your character’s name needs to reflect not just their age, nationality, and upbringing – it also needs to fit the sort of person who they are. A “Jane” is likely...
How Long is a Novel … and How Long Should YOUR Novel Be?
How long is a novel? And perhaps more importantly, how long should your novel be? You might think this doesn’t really matter. After all, surely what’s important is that your novel is well-structured and well-paced; that your protagonist has an engaging character arc, and that your ending satisfies the reader…