I'm always sceptical when someone claims that they have a "brand new way" to write stories. Stories have been written since the beginning of time; how can there be anything "new" about storytelling now? So when I heard about Story Grid, I was on the fence. What is this new method that claims to be … Continue reading Resource: Story Grid
Author: E.J. Robison
The Anomaly: A time travel story
No. 38/100 flash fiction stories Mei woke with a headache pounding at the back of her skull. Well, good morning to you, too, she thought to her rebellious head. As she sat up in bed—greeted by a chorus of creaks from the old wooden bed frame—the pain worsened. “Whatever could it be?” she muttered to herself. … Continue reading The Anomaly: A time travel story
The Pros of Small-Scale Fantasy
When we think of fantasy, we often think of huge, epic quests to save the world. Defeat the dark lord, restore the light, and bring peace to the entire land. But sometimes, fantasy can - and should - be small-scale. While reading The Alloy of Law by Brandon Sanderson after my fiction fast, I was … Continue reading The Pros of Small-Scale Fantasy
Roll With It: Pushing Through Unexpected Challenges
Do you ever have perfect plans that disintegrate right before your eyes, and it's no fault of your own? Do you ever set exciting goals, only to watch them become unachievable due to new and unexpected circumstances? Just as we talked about when it comes to our resolutions, it's annoying when this happens - and … Continue reading Roll With It: Pushing Through Unexpected Challenges
Top 5 Writing Tips…According to AI
Since I wrote a post last month musing about AI writing software, I was finally able to use it for myself - although ChatGPT still won't let me in. I got past the "the server's full" page this time, it checked I was human (which I find hilarious), and then it loaded. And then it … Continue reading Top 5 Writing Tips…According to AI
Reblog: How to overcome Procrastination by Darradaily
I used to procrastinate a lot, and I still do, but I’ve gradually reduced it unconsciously over time. Looking back, I tried to figure out what I started and stopped doing that made me more productive.Here are my tips on how to overcome procrastination. 1. Understanding your priorities.Procrastination is only bad when you end up […] … Continue reading Reblog: How to overcome Procrastination by Darradaily
The Terrors of Tales
No. 37/100 flash fiction stories You can't escape from the dragons. I remember the days when seeing one meant good luck. You could never mistake them for a bird because their scales glinted so peculiarly in the sunlight. To have that colourful sunshine beam down upon you felt like a sign from God himself that you … Continue reading The Terrors of Tales
Why You Should Read More than One Book at a Time
When I was younger, I baulked at the idea of reading more than one book at a time. It felt like cheating on the book I was reading. How could I give it anything less than my full attention? It was one and one alone for me. However, once I started living on my own … Continue reading Why You Should Read More than One Book at a Time
Looking at the Positives: Negative Feedback Isn’t All There Is
Ah, critiques. Don't you love them? Exposing your book baby to someone else and watching them tear it apart piece by piece... Well, hopefully your critiques aren't actually like that (and if they are, come talk to me so I can give you a more constructive critique). But they are scary! It's hard to separate … Continue reading Looking at the Positives: Negative Feedback Isn’t All There Is
How to Create Your Unique Writing Schedule
One of the biggest mistakes I see new writers make is trying to copy a famous author's writing schedule. They think that there's a surefire recipe to success - "just follow this formula and you'll become an overnight bestseller!" Sadly, there is no magical solution. Each writer must find their own path. For example, while … Continue reading How to Create Your Unique Writing Schedule
The Story Canvas 