ETHOS: How Credibility Keeps the Reader Hooked
The case for building credibility to keep the reader engaged. Confession: I have never finished Gone With the Wind, neither the classic […]
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Journaling: Your Personal Time Machine & Path to the Future
I thought I knew myself pretty well until I started journaling consistently. The simple daily practice of journaling turned into a journey of self-discovery.
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7 Proven Tips to Develop Unforgettable Side Characters in Your Fiction
How can you develop and flesh out unforgettable side characters in fiction? Side characters are as important as main characters in that they help move your story along and provide sources of conflict.
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Add Depth to Your Fictional Characters: Embracing Flaws and Scars
One of my lead characters has a problem. I mean, he used to have a problem. He was too perfect.
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Beyond Ebooks: Understanding the Appeal of Tangible Media in 2024
Today, let’s talk about the crossroads for indie authors as we enter a post-pandemic landscape where tangible media, personal connections,
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Serial Storytelling: Let’s Get Started
Serial storytelling is a trending fiction format that brings back a popular reader experience. Learn the how-to and the benefits of serializing your fiction.
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Ethics of ChatGPT for Authors
Explores plagiarism, academic cheating, intellectual property concerns, and the ethical use of AI by authors.
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Transcript – Storytelling Revolution
J. Thorn shares his exploration of ChatGPT’s capabilities in the realm of storytelling.
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Book overview – Cowriting with ChatGPT, J. Thorn
A short overview of J. Thorn’s life hack manual, Cowriting with ChatGPT, about using ChatGPT to help authors with story development.