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The Author Alchemist
Transform your words into gold.
Troubleshooting Plot Problems with the Log Line
An appropriately-crafted log line may not be a magic wand to fix plot problems, but it comes close. Check out these three common causes for “project flame-out” to help you fix your story.
Conflict: The Engine that Drives Page-Turning Writing
Most of us avoid conflict at all costs, but conflict in all its forms is the beating heart of great fiction. In this post, I give you simple tips on how to infuse more conflict into your writing.