Your POV Character Isn't Just an Observer

They're the lens your reader experiences the story through

Sep 24 • 

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35 Lessons I've Learned At 35

Happy Birthday to meeee 🍾

Sep 20 • 

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What K-POP Demon Hunters Can Teach You About Writing

Yes, this movie is my personality now.

Sep 10 • 

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Setting the Tone of Your Novel

Why it's important to establish your pattern early on...

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August 2025

Handling Character Backstory in Your Novel

Relevancy is the name of the game

Aug 27 • 

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How to Write Natural-Sounding Dialogue

Emphasis on ✨natural✨

Aug 13 • 

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July 2025

My Favorite Ways to Beat Imposter Syndrome

You're not a fraud, you're just too hard on yourself.

Jul 2 • 

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June 2025

Is Your Protagonist Active or Passive?

If you're worried readers won't connect with your characters, read this.

Jun 24 • 

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How to Vet an Editor

Avoid getting scammed + common red flags 🚩

Jun 6 • 

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May 2025

4 Ways to Improve Your Novel's Tension & Pacing

No cardio necessary 🏃🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♂️

May 27 • 

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6 Must-Have Scenes Every Romance Reader Craves

Six key scenes that every romance novel must have to give your readers an emotional experience from beginning to end.

May 8 • 

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Write Your Draft in Scenes Instead of Chapters

This approach made something click in my writer brain 🧠

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