by Amber Argyle | Sep 2, 2009 | Daughter of Winter, On Writing, POV, Villains
Updated Sept 4th, 09So I was reading Michelle’s post on violence and it got me really thinking. How do you write a violent scene without getting too violent?The short answer is balance. Plot wise, the villain’s evil needs to be balanced by the hero’s...
by Amber Argyle | Aug 12, 2009 | On Writing, Question
I’m unstuck again. A good plot discussion with my husband did the trick. He doesn’t say much, but talking with someone usually helps me zero in on the problem.So what was the problem? Well, I have this particular one before. It was a combination of a...
by Amber Argyle | Jul 31, 2009 | On Writing, Quick Fixes
It was during a very lonely time in my childhood that I discovered what makes memorable characters. Laura Ingalls was always there on my bookshelf, waiting to take me on another adventure. She never judged me or called me names. She cheered me up when I was sad, and...
by Amber Argyle | Jul 27, 2009 | On Writing, Question
There are so many things to consider in writing, or not writing, a sex scene (versus how to write a sex scene). Here’s some things I’ve found helpful for me:1. My characters morals are not necessarily my morals. But, like all writers, I can choose to bleep...
by Amber Argyle | Jul 24, 2009 | On Writing, Stuff
Don’t have one?Get one.Or two or three. Seriously, every good writer needs other writers to look over their work.So, how do you get critique partners? Their are writing groups open to any new members. This is a great way to start. However, eventually, your going...
by Amber Argyle | Jul 13, 2009 | Daughter of Winter, On Writing, Villains
In a previous post, I showed you a sentence: Rocks and boulders circled the pool. But how can I add tension to the scene? Well, let me break it down for you:My character (Daughter of Winter) is pinned between the villain and a cliff. It’s a tense moment, but how...
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