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Check Your Story Pulse

Story Allegiance

Story Structure

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Opening Page Magic: How to Hook Readers

Your opening page needs to make opening page irresistible. Here's how.

Storytelling, Fiction

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5 Common Mistakes in Opening Chapters

Discover five common mistakes in opening chapters and learn how to address them.

Storytelling, Fiction

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A Story Promise

What is a story promise and how to fulfil it.

Storytelling, Fiction

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Plot or Character?

On why all fiction is character-driven, but some stories have a stronger plot element.

Storytelling, Fiction

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Writer's Toolkit #2: Writing Apps & Software

In the era of writing apps, tools and software, choose the ones that will benefit you most. Check out my cherry-picked recommendations.

Tools, Fiction, Plot

Story beginnings

Where to Start Your Story?

Story beginnings are crucial yet tricky. Learn how to find the right one for your story.

Storytelling, Fiction, Plot