story structure

#Writetip: Seven steps for creating a strong character arc in your romance novel

July 22, 2023 Helena Fairfax 0

Another month, and another authors’ Round Robin. This month the topic has been set by author Skye Taylor How important is character arc to your stories and how does it tie in to the plot or story arc? I write and edit romance novels. These novels are character-driven rather than plot-driven, and so for me… Continue reading #Writetip: Seven steps for creating a strong character arc in your romance novel

A simple tip for creating story structure, for plotters and pantsers alike

June 17, 2023 Helena Fairfax 0

It’s another month, and another authors’ Round Robin. This month our topic has been set by author Skye Taylor… Plotting or pantsing – which method do you prefer?  Since this question is all about creating story structure, I’m answering with my developmental editor’s hat on. (I don’t really have a developmental editor’s hat, but if… Continue reading A simple tip for creating story structure, for plotters and pantsers alike