character development

Lights, Character, Action! Why Every Scene Has to Earn Its Keep

17 September 2025 / Mark Posey

Every scene in your novel has to earn its keep. If it doesn’t shift a value, reveal character, or drive the plot forward, it’s nothing more than wallpaper—and readers don’t show up for wallpaper. Learn the three tests that will keep your story moving and your readers hooked.

One Simple Trick to Make Your Dialogue Instantly Stronger

30 July 2025 / Mark Posey

Struggling with clunky conversations or over-the-top dialogue tags? Clean, compelling dialogue doesn’t just sound real — it works hard to reveal character, build tension, and move your story forward. Here’s how to write dialogue that earns its place on the page.