• 10 Autumn-Themed Writing Prompts

    Happy First Day of Fall! Fall (or Autumn) is the perfect season for creative writing. It is a time when stories come alive and there are so many places to pull inspiration from. Whether you’re just practicing writing or are starting to think about your next novel project for NaNoWriMo in November, now’s the time to feed your creativity! And what better way than with some fresh writing prompts? No matter what kind of project you’re embarking on this season, grab your favorite pumpkin-flavored treat and get to writing! Here are 10 autumn-themed writing prompts to get your pen moving.…

  • Novel Writing: Creating a Cast of Characters

    Hello writers! Hopefully, you’re each waist-deep in NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month). If you haven’t started yet, or have fallen off the wagon just a bit, just jump right back on! The only thing standing between you and a finished novel is your hesitation. And you, sweet writer, have nothing to lose! As you pound away at your 1,667 words per day, start thinking about characterization. That may sound like a complicated term to some, but it’s simply the process of creating characters in your story. Give them depth, quirks, and their own unique imprint in the storyline. There are…