This page may not be of interest unless you are a novelist. However, if you just want insight into the tortured minds of fiction writers, feel free to browse.
The articles below were originally published at Al Kalar Copy Editing (https://alkalarediting.wordpress.com/). Unfortunately, Mr. Kalar, my original editor/publisher, was killed on April 29, 2024 in a highway crash. His site may not be available much longer so I have copied these articles and posted them here. I don’t think there is any copyright violation involved since the articles do not generate revenue.
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Backstory: The Foundation of Your Novel
The Secret to Naming Characters
The articles below are published by Kathy Steinemann. The links will take you to her website, kathysteinemann.com.
Should You Kill Your Characters?
What Do You Mean, “Move the Story Along”?
What Do You Mean, “Point of View”?
The Art of Description, Part 1
The Art of Description, Part 2
Born Novelist 