Tag Archives: plotting

Questions 3: The Runaway or Elusive Idea

Posted on March 27, 2020 by

I’ve spent the week writing tips and my own thoughts on how to handle a twisting idea.  I admit that it isn’t my area of expertise.  My character bios, plot summaries, outlines, and other world building write-ups put me in … Continue reading →

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When an Idea Twists in Real Time

Posted on March 23, 2020 by

War of Nytefall: Eradication had something fairly unique among all of my published stories.  There was a big plan, but a key component of the story was trapped in a bizarre state of uncertainty.  I knew there would be a secret … Continue reading →

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Pantser Vs Plotter: Where Do You Stand?

Posted on December 27, 2019 by

I was asked months ago to write about the difference between Pantsing and Plotting, which are considered the two schools of author prep.  The truth is that most people are a combination of the two with more of one than … Continue reading →

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7 Tips to Writing Outlines

Posted on November 21, 2018 by

I can already see the pantsers running for the door.  Don’t worry.  I assure you that this is going to both informative and humorous.  Honestly, it doesn’t hurt to have an idea about how to outline.  There are times you … Continue reading →

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Steps to an Outline

Posted on April 8, 2015 by

A few weeks back somebody asked me to write about how I create outlines.  I sincerely apologize for forgetting who asked this and which post the comment was on.  I searched, but couldn’t find it.  (I sense a post-publishing edit … Continue reading →

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The Outline: A Plotter’s Plan

Posted on March 11, 2015 by

I talk about having outlines and making plans before I write.  These act like a ‘baby draft’ and make the creation of a first draft smoother.  At least to me.  It’s this part of my writing system that makes me … Continue reading →

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Yo-Yo Stats

Posted on March 12, 2013 by

So, I’m just going to be going up, down, and twirling around the three lists.  I’m back to #58 on Kindle Epic Fantasy and #78 on Epic Fantasy Books.  I’m slipping off the Action & Adventure Ebook list at #100, … Continue reading →

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