by PassKey Publishing | May 24, 2024 | Author's Atlas, Writing Craft
In the world of storytelling, we often discuss universal story building blocks like scene structure and character development. But today, I want to delve into something a bit more personalized—your unique story building blocks. These are elements that resonate deeply...
by PassKey Publishing | May 24, 2024 | Author's Atlas, Writing Motivation
Are you struggling to keep your writing momentum going? You’re not alone. Every writer knows the feeling of staring at a blank page, waiting for inspiration to strike. The key to overcoming this challenge? A solid writing motivation strategy. Understanding Your...
by PassKey Publishing | May 24, 2024 | Author's Atlas, Publishing, Writing Craft
I recently did an editorial assessment for a manuscript that was caught between MG and YA. Most of its elements would set it in the MG category except for the main character’s age, which was eighteen to twenty over the course of the story arc. While writing up the...
by PassKey Publishing | Mar 26, 2024 | Author's Atlas, Writing and Innovation
The Writer’s Journey: A Path of Creativity and Challenge The journey of a writer is often as captivating as the stories they pen. In the constantly evolving landscape of publishing and storytelling, the paths we choose can profoundly impact our creative process...
by PassKey Publishing | Mar 22, 2024 | Author's Atlas, Writing Craft
There could be entire books written about the writing advice “show, don’t tell,” as this element of craft one of the most multilayered pillars of strong writing. This is also why it can be the hardest to grasp and implement well in your own writing. There’s just so...
by PassKey Publishing | Mar 22, 2024 | Author's Atlas, Writing Motivation
Many writers I work with are initially plagued by self-doubt. They face questions like: Should I even write a book? Is the book I’m writing good enough? Will anyone even read my book? I’d like to use today’s newsletter to provide some answers. Should you write a book?...
