Psychology is a science, the science of the brain and mind. So what does that have to do with an artistic, literary occupation like writing, or with developing our characters for that matter? Actually, a lot! A thorough knowledge of how the human brain works benefits our writing and the way we create content and connect with our […]
3 Tips for Writing Believable Characters
We’ve discussed genuine writing here on the blog. We’ve also talked about crafting convincing characters on The Creative Penn. But what are some practical, nitty-gritty tips for actually creating believable characters in our writing? What separates a real, relatable character from a stereotypical, “meh” one? When writing a novel an author should create living people; people, not characters. A character […]
The Best Short Story Recipe: 5 Steps
In a rough way the short story writer is to the novelist as a cabinetmaker is to a house carpenter.” ~ Annie Proulx In this post, I am going to share an awesome short story recipe with you. Don’t worry, it’s not too difficult—there are only five ingredients. Warning: manufactured in a facility where puns abound; […]
