13 Things Every New Writer Should Know

Ah, that first novel. All that stuff I didn’t know. I didn’t even know how much I didn’t know about the writing and publishing process. However, writing a novel was a dream that I made a reality. I learned so many things while writing my first novel!

In this episode, I share the top 13 things I learned as a new beginner writer. Had I known these things earlier, the writing process may not have been so frustrating or taken me so long. Write better. Write faster. Learn the craft of writing and the business of being a writer.

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How to Get More Out of Your Archetypes

 There are 12 common archetypes in literature. In short, an archetype is a classic example or model of something. Archetypes have specific traits that make them instantly identifiable and understandable. Are you using archetypes for maximum plot and story potential?

This episode is the 3rd in the archetype series and focuses on the main archetypes in literature. Understanding archetypes helps:

  • imagine your characters’ strengths and weaknesses 
  • create a character arc
  • the reader learn from your character

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Male Hero Archetypes

I need a hero….Every novel needs a hero. Not all heroes are the same. There are lots of different kinds of male heroes. Is your hero the classic male alpha hero, warrior hero, beta hero, bad boy, good ruler, or professor hero?

This is the 2nd in my archetype series and looks at all the different kinds of male heroes and their archetypical traits. What’s your favorite male hero?

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Female Hero Archetypes

The female is hero is here! And she’s here to stay! I love strong female characters. I love them so much they are in all of my books. Woman power! Yes! There are many different kinds of female heroes. The crusader, librarian, boss, survivor, spunky gal, free spirit, and more! T

his is the first in my 3 part archetype series where I discuss female hero archetypal traits. By understanding your female hero archetype, the faster and easier it is to write a great, nuanced character. Who is your favorite female hero archetype?

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Summon the Muse for Writing Inspiration

 Is your writing uninspired? Need Inspiration? Or motivation? Call on a Muse! There are nine muses. One is sure to help with writing. But don’t get them confused. Summon the right muse for your writing problem.

In this episode, I share 9 ways to summon the muse. Warning: Muse summoning results may vary. LOL

The muses are: 1. Clio 2. Euterpe 3. Thalia 4. Melpomene 5. Terpsichore 6. Erato 7. Polymnia 8. Ourania/Urania 9. Calliope

By the way, all nine muses are characters in my glam, chiclit, feel-good, urban fantasy novel, Goddesses Inc.

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Overcome Writer’s Block

 Writer’s block. A terrible condition that strikes angst and fear into the hearts and souls of writers the world over. Don’t succumb! There are lots of different reasons why writers and authors come down with a case of writer’s block. Don’t worry, there are ways to move past writer’s block.

In this episode, I share 23 way to overcome, recover, and fight off writer’s block so you can can get back to doing what you love, writing a book! Viva creativity!

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10 Things You Need in a Character Chart

Do you want to write great characters? Unforgettable characters in novels don’t happen by chance. The author crafted each character to be larger than life and yet believable.

Many authors use character charts to help organize their characters’ basic traits. But character charts can be much more than just physical characteristics and personality.

Get the most out of your character chart, so that you can create unforgettable and great characters AND have that ever essential character arc and growth. Write a better novel. 

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6 Party Talk Questions & How Writers Can Answer Them

 On rare occasions, writers leave their creative cave to attend parties. There, all your friends and acquaintances will ask the dreaded questions: How is your book coming along? Can I be in your novel? Where do you get your inspiration? And more!

Be ready with your answers to the most often asked questions. In this episode, and after attending many parties, I share all my honest, tongue-in-cheek answers to the most common writer questions. And still get invited back!

The common questions people ask writers:

1. How’s your novel coming along?

2. What’s your book about?

3. Where do you get your ideas?

4. I’m thinking of writing a novel. Do you have any advice?

5. Can I be in your next novel?

6. Why don’t you turn your book into a movie?

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