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I've been meaning to compile a thread of the references I use when writing and beta-reading, and there's no time like the present, right?
I present these with the caveat that your mileage may vary, and writing resources/advice are not one-size-fits-all.
I present these with the caveat that your mileage may vary, and writing resources/advice are not one-size-fits-all.
To kick off, lunar's thread of writing tips is an excellent place to start (and reminded me I should finally get off my butt and make this thread). https://twitter.com/lunarwriter75/status/1321175877686734848?s=20
Commas are oft-debated and rarely agreed-upon. However, I do recommend following the adage of "know the rules before you break them," and thus I present to you:
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/general_writing/punctuation/commas/extended_rules_for_commas.html
Comma splices. Know them, identify them. Develop your style, and maaaybe use them at your own risk. (I use mine for stylistic purposes, but as sparingly as possible.)
https://www.uc.utoronto.ca/comma-splices#:~:text=A%20comma%20splice%20occurs%20when,avoid%20them%20in%20your%20essays.
https://www.uc.utoronto.ca/comma-splices#:~:text=A%20comma%20splice%20occurs%20when,avoid%20them%20in%20your%20essays.
Randy Ingermanson's website, and specifically the snowflake method, are really helpful for authors looking to develop longer storylines. He has a couple of books out on the snowflake method and I found them both really handy. https://www.advancedfictionwriting.com/articles/snowflake-method/
The Emotion Thesaurus: A Writer's Guide to Character Expression (Second Edition) by Angela Ackerman and Becca Puglisi
-has 130 entries
-has a really helpful introduction with excellent tips and reminders
(ugh sorry for the amazon link, i know, i know.) https://www.amazon.com/Emotion-Thesaurus-Writers-Character-Expression-ebook/dp/B07MTQ7W6Q
-has 130 entries
-has a really helpful introduction with excellent tips and reminders
(ugh sorry for the amazon link, i know, i know.) https://www.amazon.com/Emotion-Thesaurus-Writers-Character-Expression-ebook/dp/B07MTQ7W6Q
A basic overview of what plot development actually looks like, including why even simple character goals are important to include.
http://www.dailywritingtips.com/the-abcs-and-ds-and-es-of-plot-development/
http://www.dailywritingtips.com/the-abcs-and-ds-and-es-of-plot-development/
This will be an ongoing thread. If you're looking for some specific advice or resources, let me know and I'll see what I can dig up for you :)
