Generally, stories don’t cover every waking moment of a character’s life. Stories move through time, skipping the dull parts and getting to the key moments that impact a character’s arc. In this episode, Russ and Tim get into the how, when, and why of time jumps and their impact on writing a cohesive narrative.
Our idiom series continues with “the writing on the wall.” In this episode, we dive into the classic religious story that involved too much partying and impending doom. Get the popcorn.
Life has a way of getting in the way. It can take our best intentions, writing or otherwise, and throw them into the void, never to be seen again. It happens to everyone, so how Read more…
What is tension? What is suspense? These key ingredients keep readers turning your pages and wondering what will happen next. In this episode, Russ and Tim discuss tension and suspense and explore how these tools Read more…