Developing characters can be a daunting task. Sure, you may start out with a character type in mind; you might see him, know his mannerisms, hear him speak. But how do you develop a character that stays authentic with his actions, motivations, and rings true with a reader? As a writer, how do you keep … [Read more…]
I love books, writing books included. I have them all. Well, maybe not all, but I do have quite a few, and my collection constantly grows. I read them, highlight passages, make notes, and then if they are truly excellent I keep them on my “How to Write” bookshelf. These are the books I reach … [Read more…]
by Bobbi Dumas (Bobbi Dumas is a regular columnist at The How To Write Shop, covering the romance beat. This is her first post.) While this regular post will be about all things romance (from a writing perspective), I wanted to start out with a simple overview of some things that might help you get started. A … [Read more…]