Trimming the Excess – Emotional Depth in Storytelling Deleting scenes from a manuscript is similar to cutting off a body limb with dull children’s shears. Well, maybe not quite, but trimming the excess from a manuscript is painful. The outcome, however, is almost always for the best; creating emotional depth in the story. The wordsContinue reading “Deleted Scenes: Crafting Authentic Narratives in Discerning God’s Best Series”
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The importance of good character development in writing – Know your character so well you see their actions and can quickly put words in their mouth.
Hosting a student for Job Shadow Day was a highlight over the holidays. Abby, a local middle school student, and I spent several hours together. We discussed the book she is writing and her desire to publish someday. She has a strong story and a bright future as an author. I wasn’t sure what toContinue reading “The importance of good character development in writing – Know your character so well you see their actions and can quickly put words in their mouth.”