Anyone who is serious about writing a story, especially one with a lot of characters, should know what a character profile is - and use them. Take my fantasy series, for example, there are over 160 main-ish characters throughout the 4 books. Yes, that many! In order to keep up, and know each of them… Continue reading How to Create a Character Profile
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Tools to Help you Focus When Writing
Instrumental music (without words/lyrics) Inspirational music A comfy but not too comfy environment No noise or other people or distractions Turn off your phone Turn off your WiFi Set a time slot for working Take breaks Have notes to refer back to in order to get started and stay on track Tell people you're about… Continue reading Tools to Help you Focus When Writing
How to Write Every Day
Have a set writing routine "I will write at such-and-such time every day." Have a set writing environment. Have inspiration tools readily available, e.g. Read a chapter before writing or music or a Pinterest board! Force yourself even when you don't feel up to it. (You can always edit later.) Even writing one paragraph is… Continue reading How to Write Every Day
Why Writers Rock!
Overworked and underpaid - but we do it anyway. We give life to everything. We are the creators of the lines those "awesome actors" you love say. No writers, no films or tv shows. Take nothing and make it into something. We build worlds. We bring people to life. We make many cry, laugh and… Continue reading Why Writers Rock!
S. R. Crawford 