Ask The Writer: Is “OK” or “okay” the correct spelling?
And what about the past tense? Read More “Ask The Writer: Is “OK” or “okay” the correct spelling?”
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Ask The Writer: When is it OK to use multiple points of view in a novel?
“Writers are often instructed to use only one point of view in a novel. However, I note that some authors use multiple points of view – often in the same chapter. Are multiple points of view OK if transitions are not jarring and the reader isn’t overloaded?” Read More “Ask The Writer: When is it OK to use multiple points of view in a novel?”
Ask The Writer: What’s the difference between literary fiction and commercial fiction?
We offer some advice to help you untangle the distinctions between the two categories. Read More “Ask The Writer: What’s the difference between literary fiction and commercial fiction?”
Ask The Writer: Ending on a cliffhanger
We answer a reader’s question about the best way to end each book in their series. Read More “Ask The Writer: Ending on a cliffhanger”
Ask The Writer: Making up names for settings in fiction
How should you name the fictional places in your story? Read More “Ask The Writer: Making up names for settings in fiction”
Ask The Writer: How much do I need to learn about writing before beginning my novel?
Should I improve my writing before I really get too far into my novel to avoid major rewrites? Read More “Ask The Writer: How much do I need to learn about writing before beginning my novel?”
Ask The Writer: Handling texts in fiction
Can I use spelling that a character would write in a text? Read More “Ask The Writer: Handling texts in fiction”
Ask The Writer: Using current events in fiction
How can a writer keep current events fresh and meaningful to later audiences? Read More “Ask The Writer: Using current events in fiction”
When should I stop taking writing classes?
Ask The Writer: At what point are classes no longer useful? Read More “When should I stop taking writing classes?”
Do I always need to use present tense when talking about a novel’s plot?
Ask the Writer: What tense should I use when describing a novel? Read More “Do I always need to use present tense when talking about a novel’s plot?”