Category: Writing
The Fichtean Curve and How To Use It
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Apr 23, 2026 | Writing | 0
If you’ve ever felt the grip of a good book, unable to put it down, you understand the pull of a...
Read MoreHow do you keep a chapter on topic?
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Apr 19, 2026 | Ask Novlr, Writing | 0
“How do you keep a chapter on topic? I keep finding myself going off on tangents, adding...
Read More4 Books to Help You Get the Science Right in Your Fiction
by Crystal Kamm | Apr 16, 2026 | Books, Writing | 0
Writers have tons of creative ideas, but most of us aren’t scientists. So, how do we make sure...
Read MoreHow do you write relatable characters in science fiction?
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Apr 12, 2026 | Ask Novlr, Writing | 0
“I’m struggling with how I should write sci-fi future with human-like aliens. I...
Read More5 Worldbuilding Exercises for Science Fiction and Fantasy
by Martin Woods | Apr 8, 2026 | Writing | 0
In most genres, once you have the story, the setting suggests itself. In the science fiction and...
Read MoreHow do you get into a character’s head when writing fanfiction?
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Apr 5, 2026 | Ask Novlr, Writing | 0
“I’m struggling to get into characters’ heads. The fandom I write for has many...
Read MoreFinding Your Muse: Tips for Overcoming Writer’s Block
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Apr 2, 2026 | Writing | 0
When you take on any writing project, you might find yourself stuck on a story point, unable to...
Read MoreHow do I turn an existing short story into a novel?
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Mar 30, 2026 | Ask Novlr, Writing | 0
“I wrote a short story a while back that I really love, and I keep thinking about it. I feel...
Read MoreHow to Craft the Perfect Story Setting (With Downloadable Template)
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Mar 26, 2026 | Writing | 0
Your setting is fundamental to your story. It’s the backbone of your plot and is essential to...
Read MoreHow do you choose between multiple story options?
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Mar 21, 2026 | Ask Novlr, Writing | 0
“I’m stuck on my story and I don’t know how to continue. I have a few...
Read More8 Mistakes to Avoid to Write the Perfect Novel Opening
by Kim Montgomery | Mar 20, 2026 | Writing | 0
Is there a single perfect novel opening? No. Is there a single winning formula to your perfect...
Read MoreHow do I come up with titles of authority?
by Pamela Koehne-Drube | Mar 16, 2026 | Ask Novlr, Writing | 0
“This is probably an unusual question, but how do you come up with titles? I don’t...
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