Writer Unleashed

There’s something captivating about seeing a story unfold through a child’s perspective. Child narrators strip away the layers of adult logic, cynicism and pretense, revealing raw wonder, confusion or even unexpected wisdom. But writing from a child’s perspective is deceptively difficult. Writers often fall into traps,

The unreliable narrator is one of the most powerful storytelling techniques. Whether you"re writing in first-person or third, an unreliable narrator compels readers to interpret what"s happening, looking for clues that reveal the truth beyond the narrator"s perspective. And this keeps readers hooked into your story unt

First person narration puts readers directly into a character"s head, creating an intimate and immediate experience. This perspective allows for deep emotional connection and personal stakes. But it also comes with unique challenges. In this episode, I"m going to share 4 common pitfalls when writing in first person and

Your opening scenes are valuable real estate. You don"t want to squander them on anything mundane or extraneous. Many writers start way too early in the story, often giving the everyday details of their character"s life. Or they spend too much time introducing the character"s world and not launching him or her into the

Ever wish you could expand time and give more energy to your writing? In this episode, you"ll learn about two types of time - one that restricts time and one that expands time. We"ll also talk about how to manage common distractions, and what it really takes to stay motivated for the long game. Episode Website Got valu

When is it a good idea to write from multiple points of view, rather than one point of view? And how do you do it? In this episode, I"ll cover 4 reasons to use multiple points of view, how to write them, and common pitfalls to avoid. Episode Website Got value from this episode? Share your insights and wins with me! Not