by Nanci | Sep 11, 2023 | Craft, Podcast
Can you earn money writing? How about a side hustle that allows you the time freedom along with the cash to devote to your novel, memoir or story collection? In this episode, I’m outlining 5 ways you can earn money writing. Download as an MP3 by right-clicking...
by Nanci | Aug 21, 2023 | Craft, Podcast
An image paints a picture for readers, giving them a sensory experience. Some images are just meant to be descriptive. But a central image can amplify your story’s meaning. A central image is loaded with more emotional weight. It’s woven into the fabric of...
by Nanci | Jul 31, 2023 | Craft, Podcast, Scene
To make your writing vivid, you want to bring concrete details into each scene. Each particular place you set your scene in – whether it’s a room, a yard, or an alley- will have objects. In this episode, we’re going to talk about including objects...
by Nanci | Jul 24, 2023 | Craft, Podcast, Scene
Setting is a vital, yet often underused element in story. Setting allows for the interaction between characters and their environment, and it weaves together a vivid world for your reader to drop into. In this episode, I’ll share four ways to bring...
by Nanci | Jul 17, 2023 | Craft, Podcast, Scene
How can you write more captivating, impactful, and well-structured scenes? In this episode, we’ll define what a scene is (and what it isn’t). We’ll talk about the difference between scenes and chapters, and why I recommend you focus on scenes before you...
by Nanci | Jul 10, 2023 | Craft, Dialogue, Podcast
How do you write dialogue that doesn’t feel artificial, cliche or boring? How do you use dialogue to create character depth, subtlety and originality? Conversation that’s not over the top dramatic, or overly direct, and yet absolutely riveting? In today’s episode,...
