Usually the best thing to do is to power through the block. Perfecting your writing comes with editing. Nothing will be perfect the first time, even if you do not have writer’s block while you’re writing it. If you cannot think of a next sentence to write, remind yourself that…

There are two main types of magic systems: hard and soft. A hard magic system has strict rules and is often front and center within the story. Many times, one or more main characters will be able to perform magic themselves. On the other hand, a soft magic system is…

Enemies to lovers: Tried and true, many readers adore an enemies to lovers romance. Do we need therapy? Possibly. Beginning as enemies, yet growing to love each other anyway, despite all their flaws, is adorable. Also, banter is a lot of fun to read and fights can cause tension. However…

There are some scenes in books that are meant to hit hard. Authors make readers cry because they are evil and cruel. Also, it is a sign that their characters seem real and that their book is well-written. However, it is not easy to write something that will emotionally impact…

Magic: Magic makes fights more dramatic because it expands what your characters are capable of doing when in danger. However, if a character has recently lost their ability to do magic, for whatever reason, the scene becomes more intriguing in the exact opposite way. The level of danger skyrockets because…

“I’m good now, I swear!” Who else loves the glorious awkwardness when a reformed villain is now part of the heroic band we’ve been following throughout the story? The heroes don’t trust the former villain. Perhaps they only keep them around so they don’t do villainous things. Maybe some members…

Market place A bustling crowd hurrying from stall to stall as venders call out to potential customers. The smell of spices for sale, piled high, and jewel toned fabrics, hung up for display and flapping in a hot summer breeze. A scene that takes place in a market place has…