Writing Techniques
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A Funny Story About Writing The Gordian Protocol
*Originally posted 3/6/19 on the Weber Forums. PLEASE NOTE: This post will contain a few vague references to parts of The Gordian Protocol‘s plot and characters. I’ll do my best to keep from spoiling anything, but those who wish to experience the novel without any spoilers of any kind should avoid this post in its…
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Interview with Keystroke Medium!
Earlier tonight, David Weber and Jacob joined Josh and Steve over at Keystroke Medium to chat collaboration, publishing, and The Gordian Protocol. Check out the interview below! 😀 And of course, for more interviews and writing insight, visit Keystroke Medium’s website and YouTube channel! Also, LESS THAN ONE DAY TO GO, Y’ALL! 😀😀😀
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Writing Techniques – Character Sheets
Today, I would like to discuss one of my favorite writing tools: the character sheet. Characters form the heart and soul of a story. They can breathe life and energy into an otherwise dry tale. So, naturally, their creation is a very important skill for a writer to learn. I suspect there are as many…
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Writing Techniques – The Prototype Story
Artwork by Robert Chew, a.k.a CrazyAsian1. Used with permission. Today, I would like to share one of my absolute favorite writing techniques for getting a novel off the ground: the Prototype Story. Before I sit down to write a novel, I almost always write a Prototype Story, and sometimes write several. So what is a…