Elements of Writing: Keeping Dialogue TightAmandakassnerJuly 1, 2021One of my biggest pet peeves while beta reading is too much dialogue. My simple rule is: no spare parts. ... Read More
Elements of Writing: Don’t Flatten Your CharactersAmandakassnerMay 5, 2021E. M. Forester made a distinction between flat and round characters. Flat characters are types or caricatures defined by a ... Read More
Elements of Writing – CONFLICT!AmandakassnerMarch 15, 2021I have a hard truth for you – Many manuscripts are rejected quickly due to lack of conflict. You may ... Read More
Elements of Writing – You Need A Little ThemeAmandakassnerDecember 8, 2020Theme is one of those topics in fiction writing that many writing guides barely mention, if they mention it at ... Read More