If you’re following along and writing a book with me, you’re probably into the actual drafting process. Woohoo! While exciting, I’ll be the first to admit that this can be a uniquely intimidating time. It’s one thing to have an…
Is Your Subject Your Subject? (Two Meanings!)
*Vocabbett members, you can read the new vocabulary-boosting short story I mention in the podcast here! (And non-members, you can sign up here!) As we wrap up our writing mini-series, I have just a few more pieces of word-altering advice…
How to Write Non-Boring Descriptions
I’ll never forget my experience listening to Frankenstein on Audible. I went to the store, got groceries, was driving home, and sweet Mary Shelley (or the narrator, at any rate) was still droning on about some mountain. Now, Mary Shelley…
The Golden Rule of Writing: Show Don’t Tell!
The most important piece of creative writing advice you’ll ever receive? Show. Don’t. Tell. You might have heard it before, but it definitely bears repeating! In a nutshell, here’s the difference between the two… When you’re *telling* the story, it…
How Helpful Are Character Sketches (And What Did Elizabeth Peters Do?)
Well hello! If you’re new to Vocabbett, I help students improve their vocabulary through stories. Because of that, I tend to do a lot of writing. At the moment, I’m taking you behind the scenes as I write the sequel…
Are You a Plotter or Pantser?
In today’s installment of our “how to write a book” mini-series, we’re diving into outlines! And, yes, I know outlines aren’t the most fascinating topic, so I’ll keep it short. : ) Here’s what you should know: not every author…
