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Martha Chargot
Feb 23, 20213 min read
Beginner’s Guide to Scene Writing: How to Write a Scene that Turns
Something about your characters and their circumstances must change before the end of a scene. If it does not, the scene falls flat...
Martha Chargot
Feb 9, 20213 min read
How Long Should My Manuscript Be?
This is a question I get asked by prospective authors all the time. The truth is, it depends, but these are some great guidelines...
Martha Chargot
Jan 26, 20214 min read
Beginner’s Guide to Scene Writing: Ways to Fix a Flat Scene
Have you ever read one of your scenes and felt… just… totally uninterested? It’s likely your scene is falling flat. Don’t worry...
Martha Chargot
Jan 19, 20213 min read
How to Write A Cliffhanger Scene
High-drama moments without being a cliffhanger. A good cliffhanger is relatively simple once you understand the formula...
Martha Chargot
Jan 12, 20212 min read
Writing Emotions for Reader Engagement
Readers love books that take them on a ride. They want something spectacular and relatable. Connecting with readers through emotional...
Martha Chargot
Jan 5, 20213 min read
2021 Read Like a Writer Challenge
The best education for writers will always be reading. So, I put together a reading challenge to inspire your best writing yet...
Martha Chargot
Nov 10, 20204 min read
Write to Engage Readers’ Senses
Senses are a shared experience that serve as building blocks for scene setting. A character should reflect upon more than just how it looks.
Martha Chargot
Oct 27, 20203 min read
How to Frighten Readers with Your Spooky Story
This time of year, I often find myself in consideration of putting together a scary story to break out at our annual family bonfire...
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