As writers, we want to be creative, uninhibited, and free with our craft. Nothing turns us into pouty, rebellious teenagers faster than being told ‘the rules’ for crafting stories. Well, don’t worry, we’re not here to tell you the do’s and…
Think of how it feels when your Mom tells you a story. There are always lots of different people at play and she needs you to know every single one before she can even begin, even if they’re your hairdresser’s niece whom you’ve never met. Mom…
Just like a fingerprint is utterly unique, so too is a person’s voice. Every person has a different accent, infliction, and diction. Some people say ‘um’ and ‘like’ too much. Some people stutter while others are gruff and firm. Some people…
Hearing voices in your head? Diagnosis: you’re either crazy or you’re a writer (though sometimes those two things aren’t mutually exclusive). The best use of dialogue and narrative voice is accomplished when a writer takes time to…
