The question is sometimes asked whether anyone can write a book, with no writing experience? The writer in me wants to declare that only once you have studied your craft and written for years could you be ready to write your first quality book. However, I only...
Characters, in a sense, are an extension of ourselves. We do whatever it takes to make sure that our characters’ stories are told, that they receive an outcome befitting their situations and personalities. What’s more, when characters are realistic, people find that they can relate...
Whenever we think of children, several things come to mind. Sometimes, we think of innocent human beings who have absolutely no way of doing any wrong. Other times, we think of them as akin to demons, and do our absolute best to avoid them. And...
It’s safe to assume that some of us have read a romance at least once in a while. Whether it be historical, or young adult, or paranormal, there are many romances that have captivated us, so much so that we can’t help but read that...
When I was little, I used to love watching the Investigation Discovery channel. Despite my parents trying to drag me away from it, I kept switching on the channel, and just sitting my butt across the screen. Because of this, whenever I read crime novels,...
When children are sacrificed in a society, whether it be religion or otherwise, it speaks volumes about the morality that society. Children are generally seen as innocent, incorruptible beings, so it disturbs readers when something bad happens to them. Though we sometimes believe these instanes...
In my article “Setting: Elements of Towns and Cities,” I wrote about how many writers believe a setting is merely a location; however, a setting is not just a location, but everything that would define a location as a place. The seven elements that a...
Hawkesbury River Monster
The Hawkesbury River Monster is believed to live in the Hawkesbury River in New South Wales. The Hawkesbury River Monster is thought to be similar to the Loch Ness Monster in that most believe it looks like an aquatic lizard similar to the...
Have you ever received feedback on your novel stating that your dialogue was unrealistic or too formal for the character? Or maybe your characters' speech lacked uniqueness? We were taught in school that when writing non-fiction the use of contractions or metaphors should be avoided. However, when you are...
Much has been written about J.R.R. Tolkien’s invention and use of languages in The Lord of the Rings and his other works. Believably, his Elves challenge, sing, and chant in two distinct languages, Quenya and Sindarin; his Dwarves carve, shout and curse in Khazad; his horse riders...
