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Sara Sudol
Dec 23, 20249 min read
Beyond the Manuscript: Editors, Marketing, and Publishing
Tips on hiring editors, publishing options, building your author platform, and creating a marketing strategy.
Sara Sudol
Dec 18, 20246 min read
How to Create Compelling Characters with GMC, POV, and Dialogue
Create compelling characters by refining their goals, motivations, conflicts, POV, and dialogue for dynamic, relatable storytelling.
Sara Sudol
Dec 8, 20244 min read
Editing for Impact: Plot, Pacing, Timelines, and Conflict
Plot, pacing, timelines, and conflict help maintain your story's momentum, coherence, and emotional depth.
Sara Sudol
Dec 1, 20244 min read
A Big-Picture Guide to Starting Your Self-Editing Journey
Finished your draft? Congrats! Learn to rest, reflect, and tackle big-picture edits with this guide to starting your self-editing journey.
Sara Sudol
Nov 22, 20244 min read
Finishing Your Writing Project Strong
The finish line is within sight, but it takes determination, focus, and creativity to push through and cross it.
Sara Sudol
Nov 15, 20245 min read
How to Overcome Writer's Block
Writer’s block can be one of the most frustrating hurdles in the creative process, but there are ways to work through it.
Sara Sudol
Nov 8, 20244 min read
How to Keep Up Your Writing Momentum
Momentum is the engine that drives your writing forward. Focus on small, steady effort to create progress that adds up over time.
Sara Sudol
Nov 1, 20244 min read
Kickstart Your Writing Journey
This first week of the writing phase is all about finding your footing, building momentum, and finding a steady pace that works for you.
Sara Sudol
Oct 22, 20248 min read
Balancing Structure with Creativity
Structure and creativity are often seen as opposites, but when used together they can lead to stories that are well-organized and original.
Sara Sudol
Oct 16, 20244 min read
Understanding Story Structures
Understanding popular story structures can offer valuable insights into organizing your plot and progressing your narrative.
Sara Sudol
Oct 15, 202410 min read
Effective Planning for Your Writing Project
Planning can play a vital role in your writing journey, but every writer approaches it differently. Finding what works for you is key.
Sara Sudol
Oct 8, 20246 min read
How to Generate and Develop Compelling Story Ideas
Every captivating story starts with a spark of creativity—an idea that ignites the imagination and draws readers in.
Sara Sudol
Oct 1, 20244 min read
Building a Solid Writing Foundation
Learn the key elements of crafting a strong story foundation from premise to theme while balancing structure and creativity.
Sara Sudol
Oct 1, 20248 min read
Setting Achievable Writing Goals
Learn how to set achievable writing goals with practical tips on routines, habits, and staying motivated during your writing journey.
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