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douglasrobbins.bsky.social
You don’t need to have the whole roadmap figured out before you begin. Sometimes the story reveals itself as you write. Have a book idea you've been thinking about? Start writing it. Your story begins with that first idea. #WritingTips #WritingCoach #HowToWriteABook #WriteYourBook
September 25, 2026 at 4:08 PM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
Each of your main character's problems should build on the last.

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February 28, 2026 at 1:17 AM
antonhur.com
How I wrote #TowardEternity, my debut novel coming from @HarperVia in July 2024. #howtowriteabook #howtowriteanovel #novelwriting #novelist #AntonHur
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November 29, 2024 at 6:51 AM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
What backstory REALLY is.

Full video: youtu.be/5qyHDsFSvl4?...

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January 29, 2026 at 5:18 PM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
Don't let your subplots feel like filler!

Full video: youtu.be/UIFUg1FX51U?...

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February 13, 2026 at 11:42 PM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
Jumps in thought can make your main character sound real & help explain their unexpected decisions.

Internal monologues: youtu.be/gP8CFMxtEbs?...

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April 19, 2026 at 9:19 PM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
The easiest, quickest way to find the theme in your book. #writingtips #writingadvice #writersofbluesky #writingcommunity #howtowriteabook
November 1, 2025 at 4:20 PM
inventingreality.bsky.social
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When solitary activity of writing is too isolating
“Writing is a solitary occupation. Family, friends, and society are the natural enemies of the writer. He must be alone, uninterrupted, and slightly savage if he is to sustain and complete an undertak...
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November 29, 2024 at 6:34 PM
bethmcmullen.bsky.social
The secret to writing “good” books?
Step 1: Write a bad one first.
Step 2: Fix it.
Step 3: Fix it again.
Step 4: Cry.
Step 5: Fix it more.

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March 25, 2025 at 12:51 AM
bethbarany.bsky.social
Love libraries? I do too! My books are there! tinyurl.com/bdrw898d #howtowriteabook
September 20, 2026 at 10:01 PM
inventingreality.bsky.social
Consider using The Journey for a mythic plot
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Consider Using the Journey for a Mythic Plot
One of the most common plot forms in modern fantasy and science fiction novels is the mythic structure. Often called a quest, in the mythic structure the protagonist undertakes an ex…
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June 15, 2026 at 12:05 PM
bethmcmullen.bsky.social
This happens. It's real. I'm here for you.
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December 5, 2024 at 3:13 PM
bethbarany.bsky.social
Enjoy the Janey McCallister Mystery series about a space station investigator - 4 books and more coming! author.bethbarany.com/janey-mccall... #howtowriteabook
September 21, 2026 at 2:15 AM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
Want to make sure your antagonist isn't wooden and two-dimensional? Try making them more like your protagonist.

More on the Rivalry Subplot: youtu.be/F1CiQ9Snds4?...

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March 10, 2026 at 3:09 PM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
Immerse your readers with specific stakes.

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February 17, 2026 at 10:22 PM
winterune.bsky.social
As someone who struggles to cut down stage direction and micro actions (as well as micro expressions), this helps a lot
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🛑 Don't describe every cation your character takes! 🛑 #howtowriteabook #writingtips #writerscraft
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September 24, 2026 at 3:30 AM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
I cannot overstate how important it is to craft a solid self-protective lie for your main character. #howtowriteabook #writingtips #writingadvice #writingtipsfromwriters #writeyournovel
October 17, 2025 at 3:07 PM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
How do you find the RIGHT problem for your novel?

How I found the central problem for the entire Ruby's Place Christmas series: youtu.be/V1Ys0HjBz-o?...

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I Saw a Woman in a Bar...It Became 8 Books
YouTube video by Holly Schindler
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April 22, 2026 at 1:13 AM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
Funny characters do FAR more than make your reader smile.

Comedic subplots video: youtu.be/mmI8vwYdev4?...

Story Lab for comedic writing: www.patreon.com/HollySchindler

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March 22, 2026 at 6:35 PM
bodaliabooks.bsky.social
THE DARK SIDE OF WRITING 😈 #writingtips #howtowriteabook #booktok #reading #writer #author #shorts #authortube

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July 4, 2025 at 7:15 AM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
Want to hook your reader at the start of each new scene? Just follow my super simple 3-ingredient recipe.

Full "recipe" breakdown: youtu.be/z219Yq19dDM?...

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March 24, 2026 at 7:18 PM
bethbarany.bsky.social
From Dreams to Space Stations: My Journey into Writing Sci-Fi Books. What do you love about sci-fi books? tinyurl.com/mrywybkx #howtowriteabook
September 20, 2026 at 2:00 PM
bethmcmullen.bsky.social
Love a scene? Try deleting it. If nothing changes, it wasn’t necessary. 😱 (Yes, I know, it hurts. Be strong.)

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The Domino Effect
Why Cause and Effect is the Backbone of Your Novel
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March 16, 2025 at 12:51 AM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
If you're having a hard time starting scenes, start with action rather than summary language.

More on my 3-ingredient recipe for strong scene openers: youtu.be/z219Yq19dDM?...

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March 29, 2026 at 2:48 PM
hollyschindler.bsky.social
The sprint from the midpoint to the climax contains so much to juggle: character & subplots & themes...Knowing some of the most common mistakes can keep things on track:
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Act 4 Common Mistakes
I Have an Idea for a Novel. Now What???
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March 9, 2026 at 3:43 PM