If you're just starting out, to your left you'll see links to books that I've personally found helpful. To the right are books that I've written. If you would like to know when I add something new to this blog, I will post when I do an update:
I hope you find these articles helpful, and best wishes on your projects!
Patricia Gilliam
Archive Files (Originally Published Before 2012; Updated)
- How to Write Natural Dialogue in Fiction Stories
- How to Get Writing Ideas
- How to Create a Believable Fictional Character
- How to Start a Personal Journal
- Tips for Writing Reviews
- Tips for Getting Started and Staying Motivated in Writing
- Tips for Overcoming Writer's Block
- How to Prepare to Write a Short Story
- How to Begin Research When Writing a Novel
- Websites With Free Writing Prompts
- Tips for Book Promotion
- Review of Writing.com
- Creating Believable Characters
- From Initial Idea to Starting Your Novel
- Ways of Earning Long-Term Residuals for Your Writing
- How to Stay Motivated and Finish Your Novel
- Tips for First/Introduction Chapters
- Tips for Creating a Fictional World
- Major Elements of Fiction Writing
- Tips on Developing a Career as a Novelist
- The Importance of Character Creation and Development
- Writing Resources and Publishing Tips
Novel Writing Tools & Tips Series (2011-Present)
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #1: Character
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #2: Workflow and Creative Environment
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #3: Navigating Industry Changes
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #4: Conflict
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #5: Resources for Writers
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #6: Tips for Starting a Novel Series
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #7: Growing as an Author
- Novel Writing Tools & Tips #8: Character Development Across a Series
