Martha ChargotAug 24, 20215 minWrite an Author Bio in 15 MinutesYour author bio is something that can persuade a prospective reader to purchase your book and move it to the top of their TBR pile...
Martha ChargotAug 3, 20213 minTips to Write a Better Rising Action for Your NovelWhile the exposition sets expectations for readers, the rising action is where it really hits its stride—or falls on its face...
Martha ChargotJun 22, 20213 min10 Questions You Should Have in Your Beta Reading QuestionnaireCombat the phenomena of vague beta reader responses by providing discussion questions that guide their reading and responses...
Martha ChargotMay 11, 20213 minHow to Write Character Descriptions that Add to Reader Experience Many authors create a long list of physical attributes crammed into one paragraph, but the reader experience is halted...
Martha ChargotMay 4, 20213 minRamp Up Conflict to Ramp Up Reader Engagement How does every story start? An inciting incident. An author lures you into a sense of normality and understanding of a world only long...
Martha ChargotApr 13, 20213 minHow to Put Together a Team of Beta Readers We suggest a group of at least three to five readers and no more than ten that have a variety of points of view on your novel...
Martha ChargotMar 16, 20212 minWhat Not to Do When Writing Taboo Authors and readers have an undying hunger to explore these subjects in books, film, and everyday conversation...
Martha ChargotMar 2, 20212 minIt’s Time to Put an End to the Passive VoiceThere are very few times that passive voice works functionally in a novel. That’s why we’re here to help you correct your passive voice...