We all have famous authors we look up to and whose work we admire. And it’s not uncommon to look at what they do so well and think, “Man, I wish I could write like ‘insert your favorite author.'” Well, good news: You can, and that’s what we’ll be covering today: how to write like your favorite author. Of course, there are two issues: First, we don’t want to rip off the people we look up to. And next, it feels like we can’t all be Hemmingway, can we? Today, I’ll show you how to write like your favorite famous author and use their style in an original way that will allow you to integrate it into ..read more

There are two schools of thought regarding screenplay structure: those who believe it must be adhered to without fail and those who think it’s overrated. The truth is somewhere in the middle. You do need a structure for your story; without it, you won’t have a story. However, structure doesn’t have to be rigid and limit creativity. Today, I’ll cover how to walk this line and break down everything you need to know about screenplay structure. Below, you’ll learn: The ideas and concepts behind plot construction How the typical 3-act structure works Several alternative story structures and their ..read more

In the highly competitive world of screenwriting, talent alone isn’t always enough to get noticed. But if a well-written story isn’t enough to get your story to the big screen, what is? That’s what we’re answering today—what things you need to do to increase your chances of getting your screenplays noticed and picked up. We’ll cover: How To Get Your Screenplay Accepted Creating Pre-Awareness Diversify Your Mediums Engage With Endorsements Build Your Brand Change It Up Balance Commercial Appeal & Artistic Integrity 5 Things That Get You Rejected 1. Too Much Shock Value, Not Enoug ..read more

It feels like there are a million and one things that go into writing a good story and just as many things to get wrong. This is true for novels, screenplays, TV shows, video games, and anything with a story. In truth, good storytelling comes down to two main things – Good characters and a good plot. So, today, I’ll cover everything you need to know to write better characters and plots and have better stories. To write better plots and stories we’ll learn to: Establish both character want and need for better characters Turn basic ideas into cohesive story plots Write more relatable but engagi ..read more

Worldbuilding is an intrinsic part of the fantasy genre and doing it well will level up your work. That said, it’s hard to define precisely what good worldbuilding is, much less how to do it. And harder still, to put it into your narrative cohesively. Today, I want to break down the worldbuilding of George R.R. Martin to give you some real-world (no pun intended) examples of good worldbuilding techniques and why they work. So, without further ado, let’s get into fantasy worldbuilding like George R.R. Martin. Martin does many things well in his books, but I want to focus on key things you can t ..read more

Fantasy fiction has evolved quite a bit since the days of The Lord of the Rings. In modern times, it’s one of the broadest genres to write in. That said, many works still use the same old themes with little to no variation. Today, I’ll cover the 10 most overused fantasy tropes in fiction and what you can do to keep your stories fresh. Beyond that, we’ll also look at some “case studies,” if you will, where authors have done a great job making their work stand out from the cliches we’ll cover. I’ll also provide some basic writing exercises to get you into the grove of thinking outside the box. A ..read more

Writing a Dungeons and Dragons campaign is a fun and rewarding process that can lead to hours of fun for your playgroup. That said, it can be a very daunting task. There are many things to create, design, and write, and you’ve always got to consider how it will all play out. While it can be a lot, building fun D&D adventures doesn’t have to be overly burdensome if you have a solid system. Today, I’ll show you how to write a D&D campaign with LivingWriter. I’ll go over an easy way to build detailed adventures in a timely fashion and how LivingWriter features aid in the process. By the e ..read more

Creating standout characters is crucial for making your story memorable. Yet, the challenge of avoiding cliches and ensuring your characters resonate with readers is real. Enter LivingWriter – your solution to the character creation struggle. Bid farewell to those cookie-cutter traits. Today, we’ll cover how LivingWriter transforms the process, making fresh character creation a breeze for a more unique and memorable narrative. LivingWriter helps create unique characters by offering you several features capable of creating and refining characters. These include: Character AI Tools Manuscript C ..read more

As writers, we all have influences, idols, and people whose work inspired us to want to become writers. Many highly successful and talented writers inspire not only through their fiction but also through non-fiction work on writing and quotes. Today, I’ll present 31 quotes by famous authors to improve and inspire your writing. Some quotes are more logistical and pertain to writing principles, others are more motivational, and some are other things entirely. However, they all share the common theme of coming from an accomplished writer and being something you probably need to hear. So, without ..read more

It’s fair to say that there are no “easy” fiction genres to write. Each genre has its challenges, and romance novels are no exception. Romance requires deep character development, well-thought-out conflicts, and the ability to convey emotions. If you struggle with the genre, you’re in the right place. Today, I’ll show you how to write a romance novel with these 10 essential tips. So, let’s get started. Below, you’ll learn to: Create Emotional Resonance Have Character Flaws Action Based Dialogue Write A “Magnetic” Antagonist Leverage Forbidden Love Develop Dynamic Love Triangles Surprise With ..read more