Style Not everyone loves a cheeseburger Bret Paris We write because we must. It’s a passion, or some might say, a calling. Which ever it is, it’s ever present. Once you understand how to use the nuts and bolts of structure and have a killer idea with compelling characters, what’s next? For me it’s finding …

I’ve got a mind-bending idea for a story. I can see the plot, the twists and turns, and the characters are speaking to me. I can’t wait to dive in and see where the road leads. How do I make that happen? First off, I’m a movie buff. Have been since I was old enough …

Some writers are great at plotting, others great at building worlds. While others create characters that their readers can understand and relate to. No matter what your good at, it all starts with an idea. A spark of inspiration that stirs the imagination. A curiosity that captures your attention. For me it usually starts with …

I don’t recall how many times I’ve been asked, how do you do it? The do it they’re talking about is writing. It’s simple, really. You get an idea, mull it over and over and over, then sit down at the keyboard and throw words down. At first you’re excited. It’s a fresh idea with …