10 Common Writing Challenges and How to Overcome Them | Atmosphere Press
Overcome common writing challenges with practical tips, strategies, and mentorship guidance to help you finish your manuscript successfully.| Atmosphere Press
This guide will show you how to punctuate dialogue clearly and confidently. We’ll cover the essential rules, common mistakes to avoid, and advanced scenarios. By the end, you’ll know exactly how to make your dialogue read smoothly and professionally! The post Dialogue Tags, Beats, and Punctuation: A Complete Guide appeared first on Atmosphere Press.| Atmosphere Press
AI training and author rights have become one of the most urgent issues in modern publishing. As artificial intelligence systems become increasingly capable of writing, summarizing, and even mimicking human style, authors are asking: Where did these models get their data — and was it used with permission? The recent Anthropic settlement highlighted that copyrighted books have sometimes been used to train large language models (LLMs) without the authors’ consent. The post AI Training and A...| Atmosphere Press
Horror novels have a way of ensnaring readers, eliciting spine-tingling chills, and leaving them sleepless long after the final page. But how do you go about writing a horror novel that does justice to the genre? In this guide, I'll walk you through the essential steps and key elements that will help you craft a gripping horror masterpiece. The post A Guide to Writing a Gripping Horror Novel appeared first on Atmosphere Press.| Atmosphere Press
Mystery novels have a unique allure, drawing readers into a web of intrigue, suspense, and thrilling surprises. As a writer who has ventured into the realm of mystery fiction, I understand the art of crafting a compelling mystery that keeps readers eagerly turning the pages. In this comprehensive guide, I'll share the essential steps, techniques, and insights you need to write a gripping mystery novel that will leave your audience craving for more. Let's dive into the intricate world of myste...| Atmosphere Press
Meeting one-on-one with an Acquisitions Editor (AE) is an exciting opportunity for you to learn about the publishing process and to ask whatever questions you have. Publication is a long-term partnership, and this call is how we determine whether teaming up on your book is the right fit for both sides. It's the final step of our acceptance process. The post Why Have an Acquisitions Call (and How to Prepare for Yours) appeared first on Atmosphere Press.| Atmosphere Press
Authors around the world are facing an alarming rise in scams designed to exploit their passion for writing. From vanity presses demanding upfront fees to fraudulent literary agents and fake review services, unscrupulous actors are constantly finding new ways to target writers. Recent waves even include AI-generated emails that mimic personalized pitches based on your book’s description, making author scams harder to spot. The post Scams Targeting Writers & How to Protect Yourself appeared ...| Atmosphere Press
Overcome common writing challenges with practical tips, strategies, and mentorship guidance to help you finish your manuscript successfully.| Atmosphere Press
Colleen Alles is a writer, former librarian & teacher, and Michigan girl for life. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Michigan State University (2005) and her MLIS from Wayne State University (2015). Her fiction and poetry have appeared in Red Cedar Review, Tar River Poetry, The Write Michigan Anthology, The Michigan Poet, and other places. Her fiction has been longlisted for The Fugere Book Prize for Finely Crafted Novellas in 2023 (Regal House Publishing). The post Atmospher...| Atmosphere Press
A Collaborative Publishing Model What is hybrid publishing? It’s a collaborative model that combines the best aspects of traditional and self-publishing. Authors co-invest in their books while working with professional editors, designers, and marketers, retaining creative control and earning higher royalties. In this guide, we’ll explain how hybrid publishing works, who benefits most from it,… Read More »What Is Hybrid Publishing? The post What Is Hybrid Publishing? appeared first on...| Atmosphere Press
Today, we embark on another three-act analysis, this time of one of the most iconic American novels of the 20th century: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Published in 1925 and set in the early 1920s, this story captures the sparkle and energy of the roaring twenties and gives us a window into the... Read more » The post Writer Fuel: Three-Act Analysis of The Great Gatsby appeared first on DIY MFA.| DIY MFA
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're discussing how to value our humanity in a world of AI books. Original article: What Does It Mean to Be an Author in an AI World? ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post What Does It Mean to Be an Author in an AI World? appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these post...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Writer’s self-doubt after you finish writing your book is normal—discover how to manage these emotions and move forward with confidence.| Atmosphere Press
Feeling exhausted from writing? Struggling to tap into the imagination you once had? Questioning going back to the job you earned your college degree for because your parents are on ... Read more The post How Do You OVERCOME Creative Burnout as a Screenwriter? appeared first on Industrial Scripts®.| Industrial Scripts®
Screenwriting representation can be a white whale for all screenwriters, the thing that they feel will take them to the next level. And indeed, it can be the first step ... Read more The post The KEYS to Achieving Screenwriting Representation appeared first on Industrial Scripts®.| Industrial Scripts®
What are the most common screenwriting mistakes that a screenwriter will likely make? What mistakes will be all too familiar to screenplay readers and development executives? Some mistakes are forgivable ... Read more The post 20 of the Most Common Screenwriting Mistakes You MUST Avoid appeared first on Industrial Scripts®.| Industrial Scripts®
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're discussing how to keep readers interested in our series. Original article: Keeping Our Series Fresh for Readers ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Keeping Our Series Fresh for Readers appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these posts by email or to check out her...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're exploring how we can make story themes work together. Original article: How to Make Themes Work Together ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post How to Make Themes Work Together appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these posts by email or to check out her award-winn...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're exploring how we can make story tropes work harder. Original article: Story Tropes: Lazy Shortcuts, or Opportunities for Depth? ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Story Tropes: Lazy Shortcuts, or Opportunities for Depth? appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to the...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're exploring storytelling options for backstory. Original article: Need a Lot of Backstory? Options for Structuring Your Story ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Need a Lot of Backstory? Options for Structuring Your Story appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : Inner conflict is essential for deep characters and storytelling. Angela Ackerman shares examples, tips, and insights for how can we use and add internalr conflict with our characters and story, as well as for how to force our characters to make the hard decisions Original article: Inner Conflict: How to Resolve Our Character’s Internal Arc — Guest: Angela Ackerman ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Inne...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're exploring options for how to avoid repeating too much information in later books of a series. Original article: How Can We Avoid Readers’ Deja Vu in a Series? ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post How Can We Avoid Readers’ Deja Vu in a Series? appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold on...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're comparing writing techniques for portraying relationships. Original article: How to Portray Strong Friendships ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post How to Portray Strong Friendships appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these posts by email or to check out her awa...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're exploring how a journalism technique can help us find our story's essence. Original article: How Can We Define Our Story’s Essence? ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post How Can We Define Our Story’s Essence? appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these posts by...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're digging into short stories and character arcs. Original article: Short Stories: Can They Still Have Character Arcs? ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Short Stories: Can They Still Have Character Arcs? appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these posts by email o...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : A story idea could be presented to readers countless different ways. How can we choose the best perspective for telling the tale? Original article: Point of View: What’s the Best Choice? ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Point of View: What’s the Best Choice? appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these posts by email or to check out her award-winning fict...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : It's time for another post as a Resident Writing Coach over at Writers Helping Writers, where we're digging into foreshadowing and how to use it with our story. Original article: Foreshadowing vs. “Spoilers”: What’s the Difference? ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Foreshadowing vs. “Spoilers”: What’s the Difference? appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subsc...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
Here's the latest from Jami Gold, Paranormal Author : What are the different layers of conflict? How can understanding the different levels of conflict help our writing? Original article: Does Conflict Really Belong on Every Page? — Guest: Angela Ackerman ©2024 Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. All Rights Reserved. The post Does Conflict Really Belong on Every Page? — Guest: Angela Ackerman appeared first on Jami Gold, Paranormal Author. Visit Jami Gold online to subscribe to these posts by ...| Jami Gold, Paranormal Author
