Writing my novel with the Now Novel process
This week I take a look at writing my novel using the Now Novel process to map and plot my book, as well as some of the issues and challenges I have had with my own novel writing journey The post...
View ArticleTop blog posts for 2023
From productivity hacks to complete guides to writing, to how to write dialogue and generate new story ideas, we’ve covered these topics and more in 2023. Read on for a refresher of 10 top ideas to get...
View ArticleExploring the structure of Freytag’s Pyramid
Understanding how the story structure as detailed in Freytag's Pyramid can help you craft your own stories. Read on for a look at this storytelling tool The post Exploring the structure of Freytag’s...
View ArticleInterview with Now Novel debut novelist Christine Bhasin
We chat to Now Novel writer Christine Bhasin who has just published her first novel, Number 81 The post Interview with Now Novel debut novelist Christine Bhasin appeared first on Now Novel.
View ArticleExploring the depths of villainy
There is an art to writing villainous characters. We look at different types of these characters with examples from books, TV and film The post Exploring the depths of villainy appeared first on Now...
View ArticleEnd notes: what goes at the back of a book
We have all had the experience of reading a novel, getting to the end and feeling unsatisfied. Something wasn’t right, we expected more, the story was so ... Read More The post End notes: what goes at...
View ArticleInteriority in fiction: the glue between inner and outer worlds
Learning how to write interiority, in fiction, as well as in memoir, will deepen readers' understanding of characters The post Interiority in fiction: the glue between inner and outer worlds appeared...
View ArticleWriting sex scenes: How to heat up romance
Writing good, believable and interesting sex scenes isn't as hard as it sounds. Read our tips for how to craft them The post Writing sex scenes: How to heat up romance appeared first on Now Novel.
View ArticleForward planning vs. creative freedom in writing
Planning ahead and allowing for inspiration are both important aspects of writing and finishing a novel, but it can seem difficult to balance them especially since there is a lot of conflicting advice...
View ArticleWriting well-developed female characters
Does your story containing female characters pass the Bechdel test? Never heard of it? Simply put the Bechdel test is a way of evaluating whether or not ... Read More The post Writing well-developed...
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