50 Provocative Questions About Romantic Subplots
Column by Peter Derk
Asking the hard, sweaty, breathless, demanding questions of romantic subplots.
Breaking Worse? The 'Ozark' Pilot Treads Dark Territory
Column by Fred Venturini
In this breakdown of the "Ozark" pilot, Fred Venturini breaks down how the episode sets milestones for the series, sets an aggressive pace, and uses characterization to build tension.
They Alive, Dammit! ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’ and Strong Character Arcs
Column by Max Booth III April 26, 2016
It's a miracle!
Reading in the Dark: A Brief History of Books for the Blind
Column by Leah Dearborn
The challenge of creating readable books for the blind extends much further back in time than the invention of Braille, and continues into the 21st century.
On Research: The World is Full of Experts
Column by Ben H. Winters July 15, 2014
The author of 'The Last Policeman' trilogy extolls the virtues of going out into the real world for your research.
Writing Beyond the Good/Bad Character Dichotomy
Column by Jon Gingerich November 26, 2012
Crafting unique characters is a delicate process. Here’s a few tips to help writers bring life and color to the people in their stories.