by DILLONJFOLEY | Apr 3, 2026 | General Writing Resources
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by DILLONJFOLEY | Apr 1, 2026 | General Writing Resources, Romance
Romance novels are the beating heart of the publishing industry. With millions of devoted readers worldwide and consistent bestseller dominance, the genre proves year after year that readers can’t get enough of compelling love stories. But here’s a truth...
by DILLONJFOLEY | Apr 1, 2026 | General Writing Resources, Romance
“A love scene should be about the lovers, not the mechanics. It should reveal character, deepen relationships, and move the story forward—all while making the reader’s heart race.” This truth captures why writing love scenes remains one of the most...
by DILLONJFOLEY | Apr 1, 2026 | Children, General Writing Resources, Mystery/Thriller, Publishing, Romance, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Most authors obsess over their opening pages—and rightfully so. First lines, first chapters, and compelling hooks determine whether readers commit to your book. But here’s what many writers overlook: the last pages of your book might be just as crucial to your...
by DILLONJFOLEY | Apr 1, 2026 | Children, General Writing Resources, Mystery/Thriller, Romance, Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Your novel’s first chapter is the handshake—but your last chapter is the embrace that readers remember long after they’ve walked away. You can write the most gripping opening, craft masterful character arcs, and build nail-biting tension throughout your...
by DILLONJFOLEY | Apr 1, 2026 | General Writing Resources, Memoir
Fiction writers face the challenge of creating satisfying endings for imaginary characters and invented conflicts. Memoir writers face something far more complex: crafting an ending for a life that’s still being lived, for a journey that hasn’t actually...
